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Festive and fun!
Pumpkins come in many different shapes and sizes, perfect for various carving activities!
About:
Pumpkins are members of the gourd family of fruits, and they grow on vines up to 6 metres long. Pumpkins are not only used for carving, but they are also delicious in soups and baking.
Did you know?
- B.C. produces over 5.4 million kilograms of pumpkins annually!
- Pumpkins can take 100 to 120 days to grow after they are seeded in May.
Recipes that use Pumpkin or other B.C. commodities
Roasted Pumpkin Penne
Dinner6-8 servings1 hourPeperonata with Buffalo Mozzarella
Lunch2 servings30 minsB.C. Strawberry Smoothie
Breakfast4 servings10 mins