This line up of exotic flavors will satisfy your wanderlust for Asian foods without cashing in your frequent flyer miles. As listed in our post Get in Touch with Your Inner Umami, you’ll be using many of the pantry staples listed there. Cooking the fresh pumpkin or butternut squash in advance is also a time saver. A slow cooker works great for both pumpkin and butternut squash.
Spring Rolls, Wontons or Dumplings*
Thai Pumpkin Soup with Coconut Curry
*Find these items at your local grocer.