What to Do With Your Leftover Halloween Pumpkin

After the Halloween festivities are over, we’re often left with the pumpkins we carved and displayed on our porches. Instead of tossing them out, we can get creative and put those leftover Halloween pumpkins to good use! 

Truth be told, pumpkins are incredibly versatile. They can be cooked, crafted, composted, and even turned into yummy treats for your pets. Here’s a guide to making the most of our post-Halloween pumpkin patches.

Halloween Pumpkin Leftovers

Let’s start with the basics: pumpkin puree is the base for so many delicious recipes, and making it at home is surprisingly easy. Simply cut your pumpkin in half, scoop out the seeds (set them aside; we’ll get to those next!), and roast it in the oven at 350°F until soft – usually about 45 minutes to an hour.