Pumpkin

ByMrs. TenagliaPhotos ByMr. Kochler

Making Puree

These pumpkins are grown specifically for pies and other

baked goods.

Cut the pumpkin in half

The interior cavity is

filled with seeds and

stringy fibers.

Remove the seeds and save them. Discard the stringy fibers.

Continue to clean out the seed cavity until nothing remains.

Cut the pumpkin into pieces.

Place the pumpkin in a large pan.

Add Water, about 2 inches.

Cook until tender, about 20 minutes.

Remove the pumpkin from the pan.

Peel and place the pulp into the bowl of the food processor. Discard the

peel.

When bowl is half filled, pulse until puree is smooth in texture.

The pumpkin puree is now ready to use for cookie, pies, soups or in many other

recipes.

Place your clean pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet that has been greased and bake for 15 – 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Pumpkin is an excellent source of

Vitamin A and the seeds are full of protein,

fiber, B vitamins, and

minerals.

ENJOY!!!!