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Give me your favorite Halloween meals! (beehaw.org)

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So I know Halloween isn't a day with a huge meal tradition like xmas or tday, but I'm having some dear friends stay with me that weekend and I would love to cook up something Halloweeny. So I'm curious, do any of you have any go-to meals/dishes for Halloween? No real requirements here, it can be outright spooky/gross or just autumn themed, and anything in between. Looking mostly for savory ideas, as the treats will be flowing already. I did the pinterest thing but love sourcing from communities like this. Thanks in advance for any thoughts/ideas!!

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Obvious is good! I've never made pumpkin soup actually. Any pointers or recipes you like?

[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Not much, but I do recommend using enough onions, and maybe a carrot. Adding some ginger also adds.

[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

The above is sound advice. I'd like to add a generous amount of butter to the list - it adds flavour and smoothness.
Speaking of which, you also may want to add one small potato per pumpkin, though I wouldn't experiment with this until the potato-less soup is in a satisfactory state.

Also, try using a high-quality vegetable broth instead of salt for seasoning. Go easy on the other spices then.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

Potatoes improve everything, great tips. Thanks!

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Don't forget to add some acid. I recommend apple cider vinegar

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm with you there. I prefer more acid than most, apple cider is a great call. Thanks!

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

In the fall I want it in everything