Pumpkin shortage?!

[Dar]

Alison's favorite breakfast, and what she has pretty much every morning, is a pumpkin chocolate chip muffin. I have to make a batch every 1-2 months. So, I try to always have ingredients on hand.

I've been searching for canned pumpkin for about a month, and thought for sure it was by the other canned pie fillings, but hadn't seen it. I finally remembered to ask an associate at the grocery store today.

There's a shortage. :indiff: They won't have any for another month, at least. :omg: Don't they realize Thanksgiving is coming?! I love baking with pumpkin!

Anyone else heard of it?

[Amy]

Oh, wow! I've been having trouble finding pumpkin, too! I found ONE can at several stores. :getyou:

[Angie]

Nope but I was getting ready to make some of these too.

I'll let you know what I find out. :D

[Amy]

I'm gonna make it a priority to hunt for some today. I was planning on making muffins for my kids for snack at school, but, like I said, no pumpkin.

[Mary Ann]

I haven't looked, but I'm happy to send you any I can find.

[Amy]

I ususally buy it at Costco this time of year, but they haven't had any at all.

[KarenMA]

I can't find canned pumpkin either. I mix it in Oreo's kibble. Fortunately, when I find it, I buy a bunch so for me, it's not critical yet.

[Dar]

I just looked in the news websites... it's a nationwide shortage. :cry:

[Amy]

What the heck???

[Mo]

I bought out our local ALDI's late last fall because they had it marked down as a seasonal item. I think I bought close to 48 cans. I may have half of that left.

[purple]

It looks like you can order it by the case (http://www.google.com/products?hl=en&q=libby's+pumpkin&um=1&ie=UTF-8&ei=vJGzSs2YAoqulAfbopSFDw&sa=X&oi=product_result_group&ct=title&resnum=4)online still. For anyone who keeps a big stock of it on hand, that might not be a bad idea.

[Dar]

Out of stock.... out of stock... out of stock...

[Allison]

I haven't been able to find it, either. :(

Can I get that muffin recipe, though?

[Karen]

what?? :cry:

I'm going to have to hit the stores today to stock up.

[Dar]

I haven't been able to find it, either. :(

Can I get that muffin recipe, though?

EVERY day she asks for one. It's all she ever wants. :laugh:

Me: Are you sure? No cereal? Oatmeal? Ice cream?
Alison: No, just a chocolate muffin with butter, please.

The name fits: http://www.verybestbaking.com/recipes/detail.aspx?ID=128665

[Angie]

Is it just canned pumpkin or pumpkins in general?

Cuz the little mom and pop flower place has some out already.

[Dar]

Well, I guess the pie/canned pumpkin crop is supplied by the Midwest (and West, maybe?) and they had bad weather which led to low crops.

However, probably local crops will be fine. I know that they grow pumpkins locally, too. But they are not the pie variety.

[Amanda Lou]

they were out at Meijer this morning:( John wanted some pumpkin bread.

[Danielle]

I think I will look at the stores down here, how wierd!

[Stacey]

what? but it's pumpkin bread time!

[Jen]

CRAP! it is almost pumpkin sausage soup season. shit shit shit

[Mrs Sarah]

I had Mason check today... none.

[Lizz]

I love how it's all panic and pandemonium in here :laugh:

I have a can in my pantry. Let's start the bidding, shall we?

[Karen]

I have 2 cans in my pantry and 2 jars of Trader Joe's special apple butter.
/pumpkin eater all year round

[KarenMA]

I have 3 cans in my pantry. /also uses pumpkin year round

[Karen]

I'm dying to go to the stores at lunch now to see if I can find any pumpkin :laugh:

[Dar]

Well, I never shop at Sweetbay. I always shop Publix, and that's where I haven't found any.

I stopped at Sweetbay since they are right by the post office. At least 30 cans. :wtf:

[Karen]

At lunch today, I went on a canned pumpkin reconnaissance. Colassal fail.

Schnucks-spots for 3 brands, none on shelves
Dierbergs- spots for 3 brands, none on shelves
Target-spots for 2 brands, none on shelves
Trader Joe'sl-spot for 1 brand, none on shelf
Whole Foods-spot for 2 brands, none on shelf

wow. just. wow. :cry: :cry: :cry:

[Crystal]

I heard about this last Spring. I was going to stock up, but around here they had jacked the prices up so high I didn't want to pay for it.

[Amy]

WHY DIDN'T YOU WARN US??? :chicken1:

[Amy]

:right:

[Aprilia]

Damn... and I was just thinking about pumpkin sausage soup last night.

[Kellee]

My grocery store had plenty about a week ago, but I think I'm going to go and buy it all. I'll keep you posted (and see if I can ship some out if it's needed).

[Dar]

I'll go buy more, too, now that I've found some. If someone is desperately needing some right now.

[Sonny]

This thread is giving me the giggles. Before PW I only used pumpkin for pie on Thanksgiving (and that was usually the pie mix, not straight pumpkin). But because of recipes here, I now usually have pumpkin sausage soup in my freezer, we make pumpkin bread regularly, and I've been known to make a pumpkin loaf or two. :D I have two cans in my cupboard, but I'd better keep my eyes peeled at the store.

[Rebecca]

AMY1000!!

Puyallup Costco has pumpkin. :omg: /didn't buy any :laugh:

[Maeve]

Funny this should come up now. One of my friends was watching a special yesterday on pumpkin growing, and apparently that's a really cut-throat business. I never would have guessed. One guy's entire crop was ruined because some other guy laced it with... something. I forget what. Poison? Not poison, anyway, but something that killed all the pumpkins. If I'd actually watched it, instead of hearing about it second-hand, I'd probably remember. (I'm too young to be forgetting things!)

Anywho. I wonder how much stuff like that contributed to the pumpkin shortage?

[Amy]

AMY1000!!

Puyallup Costco has pumpkin. :omg: /didn't buy any :laugh:

Really? Where was it? I looked everywhere (not today).

[Aprilia]

Just went to our little local market to pick up some things for a potluck, and they did have pumpkin.

[Katie]

I don't even like pumpkin but I'm now intrigued to go shopping lol

[Phoebe]

omg. seriously.

[Crystal]

WHY DIDN'T YOU WARN US??? :chicken1:

:hide:

I'm here so rarely I was convinced you guys had already talked about it.


*tap dances*

[Rebecca]

Really? Where was it? I looked everywhere (not today).
Oy. Ok. Like if you are heading toward the check out, on one of those rows across from the camis and underwear. Like 2 or 3 aisles before the chips aisle...Or somewhere around there. :laugh: It was close to the end of the aisle.

[Maeve]

Heh. I was at the grocery buying stuff to bake, and was on the baking aisle (obviously) and they had tons of pumpkin. In fact, it's on sale this week. (This was at Shoppers.) I've never cooked with pumpkin, but you guys have me so intrigued that I bought some. Now I just have to figure out what to make!

[Crystal]

Heh. I was at the grocery buying stuff to bake, and was on the baking aisle (obviously) and they had tons of pumpkin. In fact, it's on sale this week. (This was at Shoppers.) I've never cooked with pumpkin, but you guys have me so intrigued that I bought some. Now I just have to figure out what to make!

Make this first. :D


Pumpkin Sausage Soup (http://www.phenomsonline.com/board/showthread.php?t=16842)

[Dani]

I mentioned this about 2 weeks ago when I wanted to make the soup and muffins! Publix said that they (Libby's) are doing different packaging and that they are expecting more pumpkin in October. I went to Sweetbay and found the larger cans there.

And Dar- you make a batch every 1-2 months of muffins??? I think my batch was done in 4 days. And that was just with ME eating them!

[Niki]

I have a can in my cupboard. :rock: I think I'll make either pumpkin bread or these muffins today. Syd looooves pumpkin. Then, I'm going to the store and hunting for some.

[Lizz]

I might as well. The boys like them and since they hate everything...if I can get some pumpkin in them, then eat up brats!

[Mandy]

I need a good pumpkin bread recipe, please. :D /has a can in the cupboard

[Niki]

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Downeast-Maine-Pumpkin-Bread/Detail.aspx

Robin posted this recipe last year. It caused quite a stir around here. Where were you? :laugh:

[Allison]

That recipe is goooooooood.

[Lizz]

Yeah that recipe is sex in the oven.

[Lisa B]

I heard on the news here recently that there would be a pumpkin shortage in the fall due to the weather this summer. Think it was related to buying whole pumpkins... didn't realize it was nationwide.
Haven't noticed a canned shortage though. I always have canned pumpkin in the pantry. Made pumpkin sausage soup Thursday, went shopping today and bought 2 more to replace what I had used... they had plenty.

It would be a sad winter without some PS soup :(

[Danielle]

I just made 4 loafs of pumpkin bread. Some with walnuts and some with chocolate chips! Yummy!!!

[Heather]

Make this first. :D

Pumpkin Sausage Soup (http://www.phenomsonline.com/board/showthread.php?t=16842)

:agree:

And this second:

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Downeast-Maine-Pumpkin-Bread/Detail.aspx

[Danielle]

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Downeast-Maine-Pumpkin-Bread/Detail.aspx

Robin posted this recipe last year. It caused quite a stir around here. Where were you? :laugh:
I made this one, added walnuts to some and chocolate chips to others. I also added vanilla and a little brown sugar! It is delish!

[Dar]

That pumpkin bread recipe KICKS ASS, but I don't suggest making muffins with it. It's more fragile.

[Samantha]

and these pumpkin bread can be frozen right?

[Dar]

Yep, I always freeze it.

[Samantha]

i think i will try these, i picked up some pumpkin to try the soup but i think i will try these as well! i didn't realize it only took one can to make 3 loaves! if that is the case if everyone likes it i will make a bunch! how long can you keep them in the freezer?

[Danielle]

I made 4 loafs last night, 2 are gone already. I told the kids they could have some bread a little bit ago, I had no idea they had a whole loaf until I went into the kitchen!

[Dar]

:dunno: Mine never lasts long in the freezer because the kids love it so much.

[Mandy]

I just made an entire loaf before realizing I didn't add any sugar to it. :indiff: I'm just glad I caught it!

[Mrs Sarah]

I had a loaf in my freezer for a year. It was totally still good. It was rattling around in the back. :laugh:

[Samantha]

ummm, it asks for punking puree, i bet that is different from pumpkin pie filling isn't it? i asked nick to get it for me and he came back with pie filling :stars: is it the same thing or do i need to go back to the store?

[Angie]

It's different. You need the regular pumpkin.

[Dar]

Pumpkin pie filling is different than 100% pumpkin. The pie filling already has spices and other things added to it.

[Samantha]

so will the pie filling work if i leave out the spices?/ not really wanting to go back to the store

[Amy]

Read the label. It probably has sweetener, too. So, it might work if you omit sugar AND spices.

[Amy]

:laugh: I totally have no idea, though.

[Samantha]

sounds good enough to convince me... :laugh:

[Dar]

What does the label say the ingredients are?

[Samantha]

ingredients are : pumpkins, sugar, vegetable oil, salt, and spices

[Amy]

Sooo...it might work if you omit all that stuff. :laugh: But, the recipe won't be the same. It will probably be fine, though, imo.

[Amy]

Considering the muffins I was going to make were just cake mix mixed with pumpkin puree. :laugh:

[Danielle]

I used pumpkin pie filling for mine actually. I did add extra spices and brown sugar. I kind of tasted it until it seemed right, raw eggs and all.

[Amy]

There ya go. They are probably pretty sweet, huh? :laugh: I was tempted to just grab the damn filling at the store yesterday.

[Samantha]

thats what i figure, it has all the same ingredients as the recipe i would just have to add a few items... which is the part i am unsure about. Also, i think i may only have one bread pan as i am lazy and usually use my bread machine so if this recipe makes 3 loaves and needs to cook for an hour if i mix it all do you think the mix would be ok waiting for the other loaf to be done?

[Samantha]

great, i was about to make it when i noticed filling. But yay i am going to try it this morning before i start my daily cleaning. that way it can cook as i go.

[Danielle]

Actually it was not sweet at all. I had to add sugar but it is so good.

[Samantha]

thats what i figure, it has all the same ingredients as the recipe i would just have to add a few items... which is the part i am unsure about. Also, i think i may only have one bread pan as i am lazy and usually use my bread machine so if this recipe makes 3 loaves and needs to cook for an hour if i mix it all do you think the mix would be ok waiting for the other loaf to be done?

or should i only mix a loaf at a time?

[ang]

I forgot all about pumpkin bread until this thread. I made some last fall and it was devoured as soon as it came out of the oven. I think when my nephews went home they packed the last loaf in their suitcases. :laugh: I'll have to see if there's any pumpkin at the store.

Can babies eat pumpkin puree? I wonder if Bailey would like that.

[Lizz]

YES! I mixed pumpkin and applesauce all the time for Sophia. She LOVED it.

[Samantha]

made it with the pie filling and without sugar it was good but i have to say that Danielle was right it does need a little sugar added to it to get a better taste. Emma likes it though so its all good!

[ang]

I'm excited to see if I have any now. Bailey loves anything orange (squash, sweet potatoes, carrots, etc) I bet she'll love it.

[Phoebe]

I just bought 5 cans. :yay:

[Mrs Sarah]

I went to Costco today and they had tons of it! Bought 6 of the big cans. :laugh:

[Karen]

still can't find pumpkin, purree or pie filling anywhere :eek:

/hugs her 2 remaining cans tightly

[purple]

I need to make this bread soon. I made it last fall and I remember it was doog. I was actually about to make it last night if I had found a can of pumpkin in my house, but I didn't. :laugh: So we shall see if I can find any.

Samantha, I grab disposable loaf pans when I am going to be making something that makes a bunch like this. Doesn't help you this time, but maybe for future baking. :D

[Mo]

still can't find pumpkin, purree or pie filling anywhere :eek:

/hugs her 2 remaining cans tightly

Do you have ALDI's near you? If so, check there.

[Mo]

I won't be dehydrating any pumpkin for Cider until I can be certain there won't be a shortage when I want to make the soup. She'll have to be satisfied with her dried sweet potatoes!

[Amy]

Me to grumpy Costco cashier: Oh! I'm so glad that you guys have pumpkin. I haven't been able to find it anywhere. I heard there was a shortage.
GCC: I haven't heard that from anyone but you
Me: :indiff: Oh.
GCC: So, you're helping the shortage by buying tons of it? :rolleyes:


:indiff: :cry:

[Samantha]

:eek: grump is right!

[Angie]

You guys know you have to slice the bread up and eat it with cool whip, right? :right: :eat:

[purple]

I stopped at the supermarket on my way home and the shelves were bare. I will have to check out Aldi.

[Amy]

:laugh: Well, it's probably because of bad people like me who buy 9 large cans at Costco :laugh:

[Amy]

The Costco lady acted like I was fucking crazy. :mad:

[Alie]

They had plenty of organic pumpkin today but that stuff is like $3 a can! :eek:

[Niki]

I pay $1.99 for organic pumpkin. You should move. :right:

[Amanda Lou]

I got the last 4 cans of pumpkin at Meijer this morning :confetti:. I had to get the large cans, but at least they had some.

[Samantha]

is there still that big of shortages? it must only be in the states. walmart here had a whole bunch of it on the shelves!!!!!!!

[Karen]

Really? I have tried 3 wal marts with no success.

[Samantha]

weird. thats what i mean, i wonder if its only the states that are suffering from the shortage? here in canada, i haven't had an issue finding it :dunno: i haven't really checked anywhere else i just went to walmart for some dog food and got curious.

[purple]

I got some store brand at Wegman's last night, but they only had the 29oz cans, so I grabbed two of those. Then I looked at that pumpkin bread recipe (which is what I want to make) and it only takes a 15 oz can. I am thinking about doubling the recipe...my kitchenaid should be able to handle it...but damn. That's a lot of pumpkin bread. :laugh: I think I would make 3 or 4 loaves in disposable pans (and freeze a couple), and a bunch of muffins for us to take to work. Oh, and I am seeing my mom on Saturday, so I could give her a loaf too.

[Danielle]

I used the 29 oz can and my mixer was not big enough. :laugh:

[Amanda Lou]

I got the big cans too. I figure it will save in the fridge for a few days until I can make another batch.

[purple]

I used the 29 oz can and my mixer was not big enough. :laugh:

Do you have a kitchenaid or a smaller mixer?

[Danielle]

kitchenaid mixer, the 70s style kind.

[Mrs Sarah]

You can freeze the other half of the can, Kelly.

[Samantha]

if you guys do find some you MUST try the pumpkin cheesecake! its sooooooo good!

[Drea]

I was looking for a recipe for pumpkin bread and came across this article about the shortage of pumpkin.

http://www.kansascity.com/business/story/1577046.html

[Amy]

*hides year supply of pumpkin*

[Jen]

I read the article the other day and if you make it down to the bottom, it says that the fields that Trader Joes and Whole Foods pumpkins are in weren't effected (affected?..I suck that getting these two right). And I think other brands are ok too.

Cans of Libby - $1.49 (limit 2 :nono:) at the local grocery

Whole Foods - $1.19 - no limit - plenty on shelves and front display

[Dani]

There was lots of pumpkin at my Publix just now. I saw the large cans first (Libby's) and grabbed 3. Then I saw the smaller ones where they are usually kept and grabbed 1. That should be good for the month, along with the other 4 cans I have in the pantry.

[taragunner]

I haven't seen any limits imposed on canned pumpkin at my local stores.

[Karen]

We seem to have pumpkin everywhere now :dunno:

[Sissy]

The shelves at one store were bare the other day. Today I was at Central Market and there was an enormous display with Libby's canned pumpkin. I got 6 cans, just in case it disappeared again.

[bstace]

i know-i grabbed like 8 cans the other day. lol.

[Ana K.S.]

I pay $1.99 for organic pumpkin. You should move. :right:

:word: tons and tons at Trader Joe's.

[Mary Ann]

I didn't buy any, but I think I saw that Libby pumpkin was $1.99 a can at Kroger today.

[Tina]

i know-i grabbed like 8 cans the other day. lol.

Where did you go? The Sweetbay I shopped at didn't have any pumpkin and told me "nobody does". :mad:

[Mo]

My ALDI's still has it, but not as much as they've had in the past.

[bstace]

Where did you go? The Sweetbay I shopped at didn't have any pumpkin and told me "nobody does". :mad:

it was at my publix right by my house. do u need some? i can stop by tomorrow and see if they have more.

[Tina]

Don't worry about it, Bryan can get some tomorrow. Thanks, though. :love: