The Canned Pumpkin Revolution: Why Americans Can't Get Enough As autumn's arrival brings cooler temperatures and woodsmoke scented air, American cooks increasingly rely on a familiar ingredient for their seasonal recipes: canned pumpkin.
What was once considered a last resort has become the preferred choice for home cooks and professional chefs alike. This shift is driven by convenience, consistency, and cost effectiveness.
A Brief History of Pumpkin in American Cuisine Pumpkin has been an integral part of American cooking since colonial times, when it was used to make soups, puddings, and pies.