Pumpkin varieties grown specifically for cooking are called “pie” or “sugar” pumpkins. They have a smaller seed cavity, more flesh, and are less stringy. Your natural foods grocer or local vegetable market will most likely have the best selection. It is easy to recognize them because they are smaller, heavier, and have thicker stems. Patti Bess’s article “Must Pumpkin Always Be Pie?” appeared in an issue of Vegetarian Journal and features a variety of pumpkin-based vegan recipes. Enjoy Lemony Lentils with Pumpkin; Pumpkin with Black Beans; Braised Pumpkin; Cream of Tomato and Pumpkin Soup; and Stuffed Pumpkin.
Read the article here: Must Pumpkin Always Be Pie?
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