Ultimate Pumpkin Puree

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• Wash the pumpkin, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Remove the stem by hitting it hard, or cut it out.
• Scoop out the pumpkin seeds. You can discard, or set aside to roast later.
• Place the pumpkin halves face down on the sheet and bake until a knife pierces it, approximately 45 minutes.
• Once done, scoop it out and puree with a food processor or Vitamix.
• Place the puree in a mesh strainer and weigh it down to remove extra liquid. It will take approximately 1-2 hours.
• You can then refrigerate or freeze your fresh pumpkin puree for all kinds of great pumpkin recipes!