Q: Put your pumpkin in the sink and run warm water from the faucet. Wipe the pumpkin with a dry rag and lift up any dirt that may still be on it. Turn the pumpkin over on its side and use a sharp knife to slice the top of the pumpkin off to remove the stem. Cut off .51 inch (1.32.5cm) of the top of the pumpkin to make the top of the pumpkin flat. It's easier if you cut the top of the pumpkin off instead of trying to cut the stem itself. Place the pumpkin on top of a flat surface with the newly cut flat end facing down. Cut down the center of the pumpkin with a sharp knife to separate it into 2 pieces. Use a metal spoon or fork to scrape away the pulp and seeds from the center of the pumpkin. Continue scraping until there are no seeds remaining. You can set these seeds aside and roast them later. A plastic spoon or fork may bend or break when you scrape the pumpkin. You can now bake your pumpkin in 2 halves or you can slice it into smaller slices if you want it to bake faster. To cut it into slices, simply cut the half portion in half, lengthwise, and repeat the process on the other half. This will give you 4 slices of pumpkin. If you are incorporating the pumpkin into a dish like a soup, stew, or chili, and need it to be in small cubes, it's best if you cut the cubes while the pumpkin is raw and firm. Take your slices of pumpkin and remove the skin from then. Then, use your knife to cut the pumpkin into 2in (5.1cm) cubes. Cut the pumpkin cubes the same size so that they cook evenly.
A: Rinse the dirt off the pumpkin with warm water. Cut the stem off the pumpkin. Cut the pumpkin in half, lengthwise. Scrape the seeds and the pulp out of the center of the pumpkin. Cut the pumpkin into smaller slices if you want it to cook faster. Cut the pumpkin into small cubes if you want smaller pieces.

Article: Use a funnel or a measuring cup to pour the liquid into each shot glass. Leave room in the glass for the second layer. A tablespoon or eyedropper can also help you get the liquid into the shot glasses without a mess.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Fill each of the shot glasses halfway with the gelatin mixture.

Problem: Article: One way to win over a snob is to find something that you do agree with or something you do have in common. Maybe it turns out you were both born and raised in Poughkeepsie, New York. Maybe you're both die-hard Maria Sharapova fans. Maybe you both love making your own pasta. As you spend more time with the snob, dig around conversationally to see if there's something you can bond over. The snob will begin to see you as a person he shares interests with and will come to think of you as a person of good taste. If you really do find something you have in common, then you can even impress the snob with your knowledge of the subject. It may take a little digging if you really feel like you and the snob have nothing in common. If you have a mutual acquaintance, see if that person can give you something to work with. Then the next time you see the snob, you can say something like, "I didn't know you were a Celtics fan, too. Are you from Boston?" Snobs like to stereotype people in order to help them believe that their views are superior. They may have a certain idea about you because you grew up in a working-class neighborhood, went to Harvard, or teach yoga. Though you don't have anything to prove, if you want to be able to deal with snobby people, sometimes the best thing you can do is to show them that you're not who they think. It takes time for you to challenge a person's expectations, but it'll be worth it. As you help them get to know you, you may find that they're not who you think, either. Maybe you had a certain idea of the snobby person as being stuck-up, when you'll learn that the person is really just insecure and afraid of new people. Though it may not be easy, one way to win over a snob is to turn him on to something you know he'll like. Maybe the person is a pastry snob and you know exactly which boulangerie he'll like the most; maybe she's only into indie rock and you make her a CD of Stones hits that you know will do the trick. Make an effort to show the snob that there are other exciting things out there that are worth exploring. It's all in the delivery. You should avoid making it sound like you're offering a superior opinion. Instead, say something like, "Hey, if you like Vampire Weekend, then I think you'll actually really like this Velvet Underground album." There are some subjects that will really get a snob going, and they are best to be avoided at all costs. Of course, it depends on the snob you're dealing with; if you have a wine snob, don't talk about how you think Napa Chardonnay is the best in the world, unless you want to get a lecture on French viticulture. However, if the snob doesn't mind talking about fashion, sports, or even current events, then you can turn the conversation in that direction. Every person, even a snob, has a soft spot, and you should focus on discussing subjects that are less likely to be controversial when dealing with your snob. If the snob is really set in his ways about certain subject, then there's no point in trying to fight him on the point. You can talk to other people who care about your love for The Beatles or yoga. Of course, there will just be some people you don't click with. If these people are snobs, though, you can think about what makes the snob you're dealing with angry in particular. If the snob grew up in a working class neighborhood and is suspicious of wealthy people and you have a bit of money, then maybe he's not the person to chat with about your sailboat and ritzy vacations. If he's a huge foodie, then maybe he's not the person to invite to make a daily run to Chipotle. If you avoid bringing up topics that are sure to annoy or offend the snob, then you'll be more likely to win him or her over. Though you don't have to change what you talk about completely to win the snob over, keeping his own prejudices and experiences in mind when you talk will make for more positive conversation. The worst thing you can do is to be stuck up right back to the snob. If everything fails, you can just ignore the snob, but there's no need to be stuck up right back. Don't bother making fun of the snob's taste, turning up your nose at the person, not being friendly, or just demeaning everything. That won't be much fun for you or anyone in your orbit, and you don't want the snob to drag you down with him.
Summary: Find common ground. Challenge their expectations about you. Educate them about the things you like. Avoid topics that are likely to start a conflict. Consider your audience. Don't be a snob to them in return.

Q: If your oven does not have a Preheat feature that alerts you when it reaches temperature, check to see if it has a thermometer inside that will indicate when it's hot enough. Otherwise, put the potatoes in whenever they're ready -- they may just take a little longer to roast. When the potatoes are done, you'll be able to push a fork into one without any resistance. The skins should also be slightly wrinkled and golden, and you should be able to smell them strongly. You can coarsely chop some fresh parsley or mint and add it to the potatoes after they cool for some extra flavor. You may also want to add a little extra olive oil if the potatoes seem dry.
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Preheat the oven to 400F (204C). Bake the potatoes for another 20 minutes or until they're soft. Put the potatoes in a serving dish and garnish them.