Pumpkin

Pick up a cooked chicken on your way home from work and you can have this delicious and hearty meal on the table soon after you walk in the front door.

Sea salt, garlic and rosemary bring out the natural flavours of roast pumpkin and potatoes in this perfect, roast dinner side dish.

A bit of added spice takes this classic winter warmer to the next level

About this, Mum says: “Easily my favourite soup for those cooler, not quite winter days. It’s ideal if suddenly you realise one of your stored pumpkins is showing a little rot. So as not to waste the whole pumpkin, remove the bad bits and soup the rest."

These scrumptious scones put leftover pumpkin to excellent use. They're light and fluffy, and the sprinkle of Parmesan on the top adds so much flavour. Enjoy fresh out of the oven, slathered in butter, with a cup of tea.

This is a perfect dessert when pumpkins are plentiful. With a deliciously crunchy biscuit base and silky smooth filling, it's a wonderful example of just how well pumpkin can transcend the boundary between sweet and savoury.

This colourful skillet dish is the best way to get a healthy dose of vegetables first thing in the morning. With pumpkin, silverbeet, tomatos and eggs, plus a delicious sprinkle of dukkah, it's perfect for a weekend brunch.

These gorgeous pumpkin and orange buns taste divine, look incredible and are so easy to pull off! Plus they make fantastic use of fresh seasonal winter produce. Serve slathered in icing for a delicious snack.

Mum just loves a pumpkin pie and she’s always experimenting with them. This is her best yet! Served cool with silky maple crème, this luscious pie is everything you could desire in a winter dessert.

Pack more veg into your day with this creamy bacon and pumpkin noodles dish. Spiralised pumpkin turns into a delicious and unique alternative for pasta, creating a gluten-free meal that everyone will love!

Surprisingly, common table grapes relish some roasting time in the oven, transforming into little caramelly globes of flavour which, in this dish, burst sour-sweet deliciousness onto roasted pumpkin. A sprinkle of toasted seeds adds a final, lovely crunch.

If you're looking for a winter warmer, this is the dish for you! Combining creamy buttercup squash with beautiful mild spices and added flavour from cream cheese, a bowl of this soup is like a warm hug.

This pumpkin, beetroot and onion salad is a great idea for a healthy side for your Christmas table. The balsamic glaze gives it a tasty tang, and it's filled with beautiful vibrant colours.

This dip is perfect for summer gatherings! Deliciously smooth and with a delightful crunch from the spiced chickpeas, you'll be wanting to snack on this all day long.

Follow our simple recipe below to create your own fresh pasta that takes just 20 minutes. So clear a space, grab a rolling pin and enjoy this scrumptious pumpkin, sage and goat’s cheese pasta

This pumpkin and cashew curry is so incredibly moreish! The cashews soften to a light crunch on cooking and the mix of spices forms the perfect background for the pumpkin.

There’s nothing more satisfying than a freshly baked rustic vegetable pie with a hearty and delicious filling. Bake until golden brown and serve with a fresh side salad for the perfect family meal.

Perfect in both sweet and savoury dishes, pumpkin is simply divine, especially in this delicious spiced pumpkin pie that is brilliant served with crème fraîche, whipped cream or yoghurt.

Pumpkin, peas, prosciutto and pecorino – it’s a flavour sensation! This is one of Nici's favourite one-pot mid-week dinners that is incredibly easy to make.

Economical, rich and filling, this pumpkin and ricotta lasagne by Nici Wickes is quick and easy to put together and brilliant served with a fresh side salad or greens for the perfect family meal.

Roasted vegetable pasta bake is perfect for feeding a crowd on a budget!

Packed full of vitamin C, the versatile pumpkin adds more than just colour to a dish. So try this delicious Thai pumpkin soup with coconut and lime for a comforting dinner during these cold winter months.

The incredible flavours of pumpkin and ricotta combine in this affordable and delicious cannelloni recipe. Serve with a fresh side salad for a filling weeknight family meal.

With soft pillows of pumpkin, crispy pancetta, sage and creamy blue cheese, you’ll want to try this Nici's incredible pumpkin gnocchi recipe for the perfect weeknight meal

Pumpkin is a cost-effective and wonderfully versatile ingredient so try these tasty pumpkin buns that a great paired with pumpkin and bacon soup

These incredible loaded pumpkin nachos are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the flavours of autumn. Say hello to your new favourite snack/meal!

Pumpkin is a cost-effective and wonderfully versatile ingredient and is brilliant in this delicious pumpkin, spinach and basil tart that is a great option for lunch

This vegetarian pumpkin pasta recipe is a winner! Simple, delicious and ready in just 20 minutes, this spaghetti dish is perfect for feeding the family. Even meat eaters will love it!

For a delicious gluten and dairy-free side dish, you can't go past this roasted vegetable salad recipe. With a creamy coconut, lime and chilli dressing, this one-tray salad just takes three easy steps to enjoy

Nadia Lim nails winter comfort food with this roasted buttercup squash recipe. Filled with spiced lentils, dried apricots and sweet honey, this dish makes a delicious gluten and dairy-free dinner

Take pumpkin from dinner staple to dessert favourite with this pumpkin streusel cake recipe. With toasty spices like cloves and cinnamon and a sweet maple glaze, this cake is simply delicious served in thick slices

This make-ahead wrap recipe is the lunch solution you've been looking for. Simply assemble at home, then pop in the sandwich press at work to get warm and cheesy. It's also a great way of using up leftover roast veges. Win win!

Looking for a delicious gluten-free lunchbox filler? This frittata recipe is a must-try! Packed with plenty of veges and easily whipped up in your muffin pan, these little bakes will become a staple in your household

Get out of your breakfast or brunch rut with this tasty toast recipe. Leftover roast pumpkin is transformed into a terrific toast topping with sunflower-seed dukkah and creamy goat's cheese

Nici Wickes shares her mum's stunning yet simple recipe for gourmet roast pumpkin. Sticky with brown sugar and served with a tangy yoghurt dressing, this makes a perfect side dish or vegetarian main

Pizza just got healthier! This clever pizza recipe sees wholemeal pita pockets used as bases and topped with vibrant roast veges and creamy ricotta. Perfect as a snack, lunch or light dinner

This Moroccan-inspired vegetable tagine recipe creates the ultimate vegetarian meal. Pack with spiced pumpkin, eggplant and okra then serve topped with harissa chickpeas, yoghurt and herbs

Looking for your next winning vegetarian meal? This spicy Madras-style pumpkin curry recipe ticks all the boxes. Serve with rice, cooling sour cream and zingy lime wedges for a filling family meal

A winter favourite gets a tasty vegetarian twist in this vegetable casserole recipe. Packed with in-season veg and served with homemade pesto, this one-pot meal makes it easy to get in your 5+ a day

A bowl of this pumpkin and sage risotto is pure comfort. Nici Wickes' recipe for this classic Italian dish also happens to be gluten-free and vegetarian, making it perfect for a range of dinner guests

Ditalini (a small, tubular pasta) is the star of this tasty pumpkin and chickpea pasta bake recipe. Served with haloumi and seed topping, this dish is simple yet sophisticated cooking at its best

This vegetarian pumpkin curry recipe creates the perfect midweek meal. Using a few pantry staples you can have a flavoursome dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. Created by Emma Galloway for Taste magazine

Try something a little different with this pumpkin 'rice' recipe. As well as being tasty and easy to make, it's a great way of adding another dose of veges to your meal. Try it with beans and chicken

This delicious pumpkin, chickpea and chorizo bake recipe creates a tasty side dish or can stand alone as a meal in itself. Serve with a fresh side salad for a filling dinner the whole family will love

Bubble 'n' squeak gets a tasty seasonal twist with this recipe. Use leftover cooked pumpkin or create this dish from scratch for tasty, simple lunch or dinner the whole family will love

Golden puff pastry, Moroccan-spiced pumpkin and tender lamb mince come together to create this delicious pastry plait recipe. Serve with yoghurt and coriander for a tasty, filling lunch or dinner

Those who try Nici Wickes' pumpkin and silverbeet ricotta rolls recipe have said “I could be a vegetarian with meals as delicious as this”. Serve with a salad or as a side dish for a meat main

Gemmayze St restaurant's head chef and owner Samir Allen shares this delicious side dish recipe that sees slow-roasted pumpkin paired with a fennel-spiked labneh dressing. Try alongside a lamb roast

Roast veges get a dose of umami flavour with this tasty recipe idea. Winter vegetables are drizzled with a super savoury tahini miso dressing to create the ultimate side dish for your next roast

It's easy (and delicious) to get your 5+ a day with this Moroccan spiced carrot, pumpkin and chickpea salad recipe. Hearty yet healthy, this is the perfect vegetarian main or side dish

Naturally gluten-free buckwheat is high in protein, iron, zinc and B vitamins, as well as selenium. Try it in this salad recipe with roasted pumpkin, pickled red onion and sumac-spiked yoghurt. Created by Emma Galloway for Taste magazine

There's nothing quite like a steaming bowl of soup on a chilly night. This Thai pumpkin soup recipe is packed with warming flavours and velvety coconut cream

This pumpkin and courgette tart recipe creates a delicious vegetarian meal packed with vegetables, mascarpone and parmesan. Cook until golden then serve with a fresh salad

Driving Creek Cafe shares the recipe for their famous pumpkin and parsley soup. Serve with crunchy thick toast slathered with butter

This roast pumpkin and baby carrot salad recipe creates a simple yet sophisticated side dish that complements a range of meals. Serve with a creamy coriander tahini dressing

This roast pumpkin and pesto pasta recipe creates a filling vegetarian dish that's perfect served for a healthy midweek family meal

This pumpkin, leek and brie tart recipe creates a comforting yet delicate dish that's perfect for chilly nights. Serve warm for a delicious vegetarian meal that doesn't skimp on flavour

Searching for a quick, easy and budget-friendly recipe? These pumpkin and chickpea fritters are not only economical and healthy, they're also damn delicious!

This delicious roast maple vegetables recipe combines hearty pumpkin, baby beets, potatoes and parsnip with sweet maple syrup. A fantastic side dish for your next roast

Make your next meal a celebration with this gorgeous salad recipe. Maple roasted pumpkin, radicchio, mozzarella and pine nuts combine to create a stunning salad that's perfected with a homemade maple dressing

Fantastic served with tahini dressing, this comforting roasted pumpkin and red onion recipe creates a delicious side dish that's perfect served alongside your Sunday roast

Try your hand at making an Italian classic from scratch with this easy focaccia recipe! This delicious flat bread is topped with a stunning combination of roasted pumpkin, onion and rosemary

What’s a soup party without some form of bread? Whip up a batch of these savoury muffins to serve with soup, plus they’re great for taking out and about. Created by Emma Galloway for Taste magazine

Olive has been a favourite haunt along Wellington’s Cuba Street for almost two decades. Head chef Jamie Morgan shares the recipe for Olive's famous spiced pumpkin pancakes

Healthy, hearty and full of flavour, dahl is the ideal winter dish. Featuring pumpkin, cauliflower and plenty of warming spices, this vegetarian dish is perfect served with plenty of roti or flatbread

This lively pumpkin soup recipe from Nici Wickes features the vibrant flavours of Thailand and Indonesia. With warming spices and creamy coconut milk, the peanut garnish adds a great texture

The winning combo of pumpkin and ricotta come together sensationally in this cheesy vegetarian lasagne. Seasoned with nutmeg and sage, this recipe is packed with subtle flavours your family will love

This Thai pumpkin soup needs just 5 ingredients to end up on your dinner table thanks to this smart recipe. Plus, with the addition of juicy prawns, this soup is a hearty dish

This recipe makes enough to feed a crowd - halve or quarter the recipe for a family dinner. An Italian classic, this pumpkin and goat's cheese lasagne with rocket and pepita salad is healthy, fresh, and full of delicious ingredients that work perfectly together.

When your body is crying out for a healthy, nourishing lunch or dinner, but the weather is cool, this beautiful winter vegie bowl from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'Super Vegetarian' cookbook comes in very handy.

This delicious roast cumin pumpkin, chickpea and hummus salad makes the perfect side dish for a gourmet dinner spread, or enjoy it on it's own as a healthy but filling vegetarian dish.

This vegetarian curry recipe combines many of the spices grown around Kerala, South India. There might be a long list of ingredients but this is easy to make

The classic combination of pumpkin and ricotta is re-invented with this crispy pumpkin ravioli recipe. Serve with a fresh tomato salad for an Italian dinner with a twist

We’ve all done it – bought a whole pumpkin only to discover half of it shrivelling in our vegetable chiller some weeks (or months!) later. While pumpkin soup is always a good standby, why not try this sweet roasted pumpkin dish which is full of the crunch of toasted seeds and tanginess from a drizzle of pomegranate and yoghurt. You’ll never need to throw out pumpkin again!

Migas is the Spanish name for breadcrumbs. These have served as the inspiration for the crunchy, smoky, roasted chickpea and breadcrumb topping of this budget-friendly, creamy roasted pumpkin soup. Created by Emma Galloway for Taste magazine.

Put a healthy twist on this traditional Indian coconut-based curry by packing it full of nutritious vegetables. Here, we've swapped the meat for pumpkin and eggplant, creating a flavour-packed vegetarian dinner option.

Oh, how I love this dish! It’s hearty and flavourful, and makes a great meat-free meal.

Moroccan-spiced chicken breast is baked until golden with pumpkin and courgettes. Served with steamed peas alongside

Creamy pumpkin soup with an added walnut crunch. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner. And it's suitable for diabetics.

Serve up a family feast that’s so delicious, they won’t even notice how healthy it is!

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Pumpkin soup with the addition of corn, fragrant cumin and a little dried chilli. Serve this with crusty sourdough and you've got one delicious dinner

Pumpkin, zucchini and feta muffins fit snugly into a school lunchbox served with a sandwich quarter, fruit and crackers.

Creamy. nourishing pumpkin gnocchi with broccolini and red onion - a deliciously easy dish perfect for any night of the week!

Sometimes you just feel like a grainy something and this wild rice and lentil salad does it. Simple but substantial, its exotic flavours and textures make a great meal, or serve it as a swanky side.

Warm up with this wholesome nourishing miso broth with tamari pumpkin and noodles. The perfect combination for a meat-free dinner idea.

Al Volo pizzeria's Luca Villari shares his stromboli recipe, a turnover topped with even more delicious ingredients. Photography by Todd Eyre.

Enjoy a delicious, healthy meal tonight with this cauliflower ‘couscous’ with roasted carrot hummus - full of rich, wholesome flavour.

This nourishing pumpkin and feta free-form tart makes a healthy and delicious dinner, lunch or tea any day of the week!

Looking for delicious and healthy vegetarian dinner ideas? Then don't go past this wholesome Lebanese roasted pumpkin salad - a tasty and nutritious crowd-pleasing dish!

Deliciously tender roast vegetables with a creamy basil and feta polenta. This winning combination is perfect for a healthy meat-free meal any night of the week.

Looking for midweek dinner ideas? This delicious roasted pumpkin and cauliflower filo tart hits the spot! Crisp pastry full of fresh wholesome ingredients!

These delicious pot pies are a fantastic option for lunch. Small in size but big on taste, they'll have you wanting more so double the recipe. It's also suitable for diabetics.