Warm up this winter with our easy, creamy pumpkin soup. When you're looking for simple and quick lunch or dinner ideas, this traditional recipe ticks all the boxes. All you need are five ingredients, and it’s ready to eat in around 30 minutes.

"This cake is an interpretation of the classic sweet pumpkin pie. A subtly sweet spiced cake is layered with a whipped ricotta cream and a drizzle or Marsala," says Kirsten Jenkins.

This really is an indulgence, but it’s ideal for when you need a bit of comfort – and the pumpkin and chestnut topping takes it to another level. The beauty of this dish is that you can use whatever cheese you like; instead of fontina, you could either double up on the Cheddar or swap in Gruyère, smoked cheese, or even Stilton. Serve with a fresh, leafy autumnal salad to balance things out, says Jamie.

The perfect afternoon tea treat.

This vegie-filled curry is exactly what you need on a chilly night.

"Creamy pumpkin and coconut, crispy tofu and crunchy beans - there's a high chance you'll need to double the amount of this bowl of comfort," says Phoebe Wood.

Perfect as a side dish or as a meat-free main, these butternut pumpkins are packed with flavour.

Perfect as a starter or lighter option, this recipe is great for entertaining. Recipe by chef Paul Wilson, of Wilson & Market.

This vegetarian salad is filled with pumpkin and lentils.

Prepare the pumpkin and breadcrumbs ahead for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

This is one of Jools’ favourites, and is perfect for when the evenings start to get colder. It’s simple, but seriously comforting, says Jamie.

Often served with pasta, burnt butter and crisp sage also complement this risotto beautifully.

Redefine what you have for breakfast with this outside-the-square brekkie bowl. You'll be pleasantly surprised.

You've had the rest, now try the best pumpkin soup around.

It’s worth sourcing fresh lime leaves for this fragrant soup – the flavour and perfume is incredible. If you’re feeling under the weather, a bowl of this is sure to revive you, but it’s equally wonderful any night of the week, says Jamie.