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Some people just don't like pumpkin pie, it's true. But that doesn't mean they don't like pumpkin flavor. The solution? Pumpkin cheesecake. This recipe, from Gail Simmons, starts out with a graham cracker crust and is filled with a cheesecake filling flavored with cinnamon, vanilla, brown sugar and maple syrup. Top this dessert off with honeyed walnuts, which will really impress your guests.

Get the recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake with Honeyed Walnuts

As we head into October, the color palette on grocery store shelves is changing. The foodie world is getting increasingly orange and fragrant as pumpkin season hits and the myriad of insanely good pumpkin-themed foods hit center stage. But instead of carving or pie, have you ever tried a pumpkin cheesecake?

Above, Judy Parks runs through the ins and outs of a good pumpkin cheesecake and shows you how to whip it up. It's not only a great run-down of the recipe, but also a great general how-to. She offers tips on mixing, baking, and serving to get the perfect cheesecake.

Note: This recipe calls for canned pumpkin. If you'd prefer to use fresh, go here to see how to prepare your fresh pumpkin for the substitution.