Did you know Illinois is the No. 1 pumpkin-producing state in the country? In fact, Prairie State farmers harvest more than 15,000 acres of the iconic fall fruits each year, which is all the more reason to head to a nearby pumpkin patch or farmers market this autumn to gather up some locally-grown gourds. If you’re looking for a little cooking and baking inspiration once you get them home, scroll through the slideshow below for a roundup of delicious sweet and savory pumpkin recipes from breakfast to dessert.
Pumpkin Patch Lasagna
Meatless Pumpkin Lasagna gets a double whammy of flavor from squash butternut squash and pumpkin layered between no-boil lasagna sheets, ricotta, escarole and a creamy garlic sauce seasoned with nutmeg.
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