Last updated on December 11th, 2024
The Great Pumpkin Cookbook was published in 1984 and is filled with recipes ranging from pumpkin desserts, to main dishes and side dishes.
Little “Bite” of History
- Libby started processing pumpkin in 1929. They use their own strain of “Dickinson” pumpkin exclusively for the solid pack pumpkin. This variety is smaller and sweeter than standard “jack o’lantern” type pumpkins.
- When processing the pumpkin puree, LIBBY does not add anything to the solid pack pumpkin and some of the water is removed to concentrate the pumpkin to yield a rich, creamy texture and fresh flavor.
Try out some of these pie toppers on your classic Thanksgiving pumpkin pie!
Here is an original recipe for LIBBY’S Famous Pumpkin Pie that includes 14 suggested pie toppers.
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LIBBY’S Famous Pumpkin Pie (1984)
This is the original recipe printed in the 1984 "The Great Pumpkin Cookbook"
Check out this recipe
Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Lemon Icing
Party Pleasing Pumpkin Cheesecake
Orange Frosted Spice Cake
Pumpkin Nut Bread
Pumpkin-Patch Cake Roll
Photos and recipe from “The Great Pumpkin Cookbook”, 1984.
