Here is an easy method for cooking fresh pumpkin to use in pies, soups or other recipes calling for puree of pumpkin.
INGREDIENTS (for 3 servings):
PREPARATION:
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
Cut pumpkin into small manageable pieces and cut off pith and seeds.
Place cut pumpkin skin side up in a large roasting pan. Add 1/4 water and bake uncovered for 1 hour or until tender. Remove from oven and allow pumpkin to cool.
When cooled, cut away skin and mash or puree. Use in any recipe that calls for canned pureed pumpkin.