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BASICS

About: Celebrate Fall with a savory salsa featuring chunks of pumpkin in a warm blend of chipotle and fresh tomatoes. This unique seasonal condiment is ideal for both holiday entertaining and cooking. Depending on the brand, I suggest adding cinnamon and maple syrup to enhance the autumn flavors. For extra warmth, heat salsa in the microwave just before serving.

In Season: September thru October

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HEALTH

Nutrients: antioxidants • Vitamin A • Vitamin C • Fiber • Potassium

Benefits: boosts the immune system • may reduce risk of cancer • may contribute to heart health

Ingredients: tomatoes • pumpkin • tomatillos • onions • water • butternut squash • apple • red bell peppers • jalapeno peppers • brown sugar • lime juice concentrate • sea salt • garlic • spices • chipotle pepper powder

Calories: 10 calories per 2 tablespoons

Substitutes: tomato-based salsas

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SHOP

Store: Available limited time only, usually around Autumn. Most grocery stores will feature pumpkin-flavored or fall harvest products. I found mine at Stop & Shop, but you’ll likely find in other stores, like Trader Joe’s or Wegman’s.

Online: Amazon • American Spoon • Renfro Foods

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PREPARE

Make Your Own

Storage: Keep unopened in a cool, dark place for 1-2 years. Once opened and refrigerated, it will keep for up to 1-2 months.

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EAT

Taste & Texture: spicy • smokey • tangy • chunky

Suggested Uses: dipping • marinating meats • adding to soups and stews • topping Mexican dishes • adding to egg dishes • spreading on burgers • using as pizza or pasta sauce • layering onto a grilled cheeses • topping on ice cream • mixing with goat cheese • stirring into chicken, tuna, or potato salad

Recipes:

Cheese Quesadillas

Homemade Pumpkin Salsa

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The Great Little Pumpkin Cookbook

The Pumpkin Dance

 

 

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