Homemade Pumpkin Purée

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2. 2

   With the tip of a knife, make several incisions in the flesh of the pumpkin. Place in a baking dish. Oil the pumpkin.

3. 3

   Bake for 1 hour or until a knife inserted in the pumpkin comes out easily. Let cool.

4. 4

   Cut the pumpkin in half. Remove the seeds. With a spoon, remove the flesh and place in the bowl of a small food processor. Purée until smooth.

5. 5

   Season to taste, depending on the recipe. This is a good purée for sweet or savoury recipes.