Did you know...pumpkins are a member of the gourd family Other members of the gourd family are melons, cucumbers, squash (yellow and zucchini). Plus they're fruits - not vegetables. Their history in North America goes back 5,000 years.
Pumpkin is also one of the best-known sources of beta-carotene (an antioxidant converted to vitamin A in the body). They are loaded with fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
While I love melons (all kinds) and really love squash with onions, zucchini stir-fried and cucumbers just to snack on, I found these interesting cookies.
Side Note: Dewey's Bakery was founded in 1930 in Winston-Salem, NC. To read more about their history, click here.
Hope you have a good "National Pumpkin Day" and that there's a good pumpkin patch in your future this fall to visit.
Thanks for visiting ~ Reia
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