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America the Bountiful
Pumpkins In Illinois
Season 2
Episode 210
Capri explores regional traditions surrounding pumpkins in Illinois. She experiences the largest collection of Jack-O-Lanterns in the world; visits a fourth generation pumpkin grower; learns how to make a pumpkin and squash soup; and samples a pumpkin seed molé.
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