Alberto Ray

When you are boiling pumpkin for puree, you don’t have to peel it first. Allow the cooked pieces to cool a bit and scoop with… Read More »Do You Peel Pumpkin Before Boiling?

Don’t be surprised when your jack-o’-lanterns break down faster than their intact counterparts. Realistically, you’ll only get a few days out of your carved pumpkin… Read More »How Long Do Carved Pumpkins Last Before They Get Mushy?

The best pumpkins for steaming include Long Island Cheese pumpkins and sugar pumpkins. Carving pumpkins tend to have less flesh and more seeds than small… Read More »Which Pumpkin Is Best For Steaming?

It is possible, and it also saves on the mess when compared to carving real pumpkins. Carving faux pumpkins can be done using a hot… Read More »Can You Use A Hot Knife On A Pumpkin?

Reason 3: Fake Pumpkins are Outdoor Friendly I think my favorite thing about using fake pumpkins to decorate for fall is that they are weather… Read More »Can Craft Pumpkins Go Outside?

Instructions Prime the pumpkin by painting 1-2 coats of white or light-colored paint. Let dry 1-2 hours. Apply top coat of paint and let dry.… Read More »How Do You Paint A Foam Pumpkin?

Preheat your oven to 400ºF and have a rimmed baking dish ready. Rinse off the pumpkin, then use a knife to stab the hard outer… Read More »How Do You Soften A Pumpkin In The Oven?

Testing a pumpkin to know when it’s cooked is easy, too: just press on the skin (use a piece of foil for protection if you… Read More »How Can You Tell If A Pumpkin Is Cooked?

After cleaning your pumpkin seeds, soak them in a bowl of water with one tablespoon of salt overnight at room temperature. This process will help… Read More »Why Do You Soak Pumpkin Seeds In Salt Water?