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Warm Pumpkin Rum Cider Recipe and More Autumn Recipes!

October 16, 2013 by Tina Verrelli 10 Comments
Modified August 16, 2020 at 9:30 pm

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My mom has been sneaking away on the first Tuesday evening of every month for as long as I can remember.  For the first time in forty-something years, I got to sneak away with her…to her monthly meeting of the Audubon Women’s Club.  I had the honor of being the guest speaker/cook for the night!  I have done countless talks and cooking demonstrations since my big day at the Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest, but this one was extra special!  These are some great ladies and I was thrilled to share some recipes and experiences with them.  A special shout out to Mrs. Janet Azzara, my high school home economics teacher who was there to make sure I still remembered how to measure wet and dry ingredients properly!  Thanks for the lessons Mrs. Azzara – I do remember!

 Thrilled to see Mrs. Janet Azzara, my high school home economics teacher! Thrilled to see Mrs. Janet Azzara, my high school home economics teacher!

I shared three pumpkin and squash recipes that are great for autumn entertaining:

  1. Warm Butternut Squash & Black Bean Salsa
  2. Pumpkin Chutney and Brie Crostini
  3. Warm Pumpkin Rum Cider – below

Guess which one was the most popular?  You got it – nothing makes the agenda of the women’s club meeting fly by like some Warm Pumpkin Rum Cider!

I hope you will find the recipes a welcome addition to your autumn entertaining menus!

 The lovely ladies of The Audubon Women's Club.  Mrs. Bosnian on my left made my apron.  That apron has proven lucky for me at more than one cook-off!   The lovely ladies of The Audubon Women’s Club.  Mrs. Bosnian on my left made my apron.  That apron has proven lucky for me at more than one cook-off!    My Mom Pat is on my left ( :  My Mom Pat is on my left ( :

Warm Butternut Squash and Black Bean Salsa:

This recipe was a winner in the BetterRecipes.com Mexican Week Recipe Contest.  It’s quick and easy to put together with pre-cut butternut squash, canned black beans and jarred salsa.   Besides scooping with tortilla chips, this healthy and hearty salsa also makes a great filling for tacos, quesadillas and burritos.

Pumpkin Chutney and Brie Crostini:

 Simmering Pumpkin Chutney Simmering Pumpkin Chutney

This recipe was one of the three pumpkin dishes I served as part of my After Dinner Pumpkin Trio plate at The World Food Championships in Vegas, 2012.  The recipe makes a lot of chutney, but don’t worry it keeps for a long time in the refrigerator due to the amount of vinegar in the recipe.  I have been having fun using this pumpkin chutney in a lot of different recipes.  You can add a cup or two to your pot of chili.   It makes a delicious pumpkin panini.  I’m going to bake some inside a brie en croute (pastry wrapped baked brie) this weekend.  I also have an idea for a pumpkin and sausage pasta made with the chutney.  Let me know if you discover any great new ways to use the chutney!

Top Ten Winner, World Food Championships, Las Vegas 2012

Warm Pumpkin Rum Cider:

This is a really delicious twist on the usual spiked apple cider.  Mmm, nothing better on a cool autumn evening (or at your women’s club meeting)!  My tasting panel and I tried this drink with many different rums (tough job!) but we settled on Myers’s Rum as our favorite.

Spiced Pumpkin Puree:

Combine canned pumpkin, apple juice, spices and sugar.  Simmer.  Strain through a fine mesh strainer.

Mix the Spiced Puree w/ Apple Cider & Rum, then warm up!

Thanks for spending some time in the cloud with me!  I hope you enjoy the recipes.

( :  Tina

Autumn Entertaining: Warm Pumpkin Rum Cider Recipe and More!

A really delicious twist on the usual spiked apple cider.  Mmm, nothing better on a cool autumn evening. Top Ten Winner, World Food Championships, Las Vegas 2012
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Servings: 8 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 (30-ounce) can pumpkin
  • 3/4 cup apple juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
  • 3 cups fresh apple cider
  • 2 cups Meyers's Dark Rum
  • orange, cloves & cinnamon sticks for garnish (if desired)

Instructions 

  • Combine pumpkin, apple juice, cloves, sugar, pumpkin pie spice and orange zest in a saucepan (approx. 2 quart). 
  • Simmer mixture for for 30 minutes.
  • Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve. (I had about 3/4 cup thick pulp left in the sieve.)
  • In a pot (approx. 3 quart) combine the strained puree with 3 cups apple cider and 2 cups rum.
  • Warm gently over low heat. (Can warm in slow cooker too.)
  • Garnish with clove studded orange wedges and cinnamon sticks. Cheers!
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Filed Under: beverage, cocktail, Cocktails / Beverages, Cooking for A Crowd, Cooking/Recipe Contests, Holiday Recipes, Thanksgiving Tagged With: autumn appetizers, black beans, brie chese, butternut squash, canned pumpkin, fall entertaining, Myer's Rum, pumpkin chutney crostini, slow cooker pumpkin apple cider, Thanksgiving cocktail, warm butternut squash and black bean salsa, warm pumpkin rum cider

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  1. Laureen Pittman

    October 17, 2013 at 3:12 am

    I MUST make this cider! This may replace my go-to Spiced Mulled Wine! Thanks, Tina!

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    • Christina Verrelli

      October 17, 2013 at 1:47 pm

      Replacing wine? That’s crazy talk ( : Maybe we should bring our two beverages together and have a party!
      Have a great week Laureen!

      Reply
  2. Jersey Girl Cooks

    October 17, 2013 at 5:38 pm

    What fun! Love the recipes…very creative!

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    • Christina Verrelli

      October 23, 2013 at 2:27 pm

      Thanks a lot Lisa!! ( :

      Reply
  3. Kristin @ Dizzy Busy and Hungry!

    October 19, 2013 at 11:42 am

    Tina, these recipes look SO good! Definitely trying the Warm Pumpkin Rum asap! Pinning these as well!

    Also wondering if you snuck into my kitchen to take some of those pictures. If not, then we have the same granite and tile and stovetop! Ha! I guess good taste is universal LOL.

    Have a great weekend!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      October 23, 2013 at 2:28 pm

      That is a funny coincidence Kristin!! Hope you love the pumpkin rum cider!! ( :

      Reply
  4. Nicole - RieglPalate.com

    October 20, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    Tina – What a special night! Your recipes look fabulous and so autumnal. Thanks for sharing. ~ Nicole

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      October 23, 2013 at 2:28 pm

      Thanks Nicole!! I think your pumpkin bundt cake would have been a great fit with our menu that night!!

      Reply
  5. Nancy

    October 23, 2013 at 1:18 pm

    I bet those ladies from the Audubon Women’s Club are still talking about your presentation! What a fun day — wish I’d had days like that to share with my Mom. The recipes looks mouth-watering!

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    • Christina Verrelli

      October 23, 2013 at 2:31 pm

      Thanks so much Nancy!! Was a fun night – good memories!!

      Reply

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