INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When the pumpkin is soft and tender, remove it from the oven, slow cooker, microwave, or steamer. Protect your hands with oven mitts and transfer the halves to a wire cooling rack. Set the pumpkin aside to cool for 30 to 60 minutes, until it's comfortable enough to handle safely. . When the pumpkin is cool enough to touch, use your fingers to peel the skin away from the tender flesh. The skin will come off in strips, but be careful to leave as much flesh behind as possible. Use a sharp knife to slice away any stubborn areas where the skin doesn't want to come off. Transfer the peeled pumpkin to a cutting board with the cut sides down. Chop the flesh into 1 inch (2.5cm) cubes. You can use the cubes for salads, soups, roasts, and other dishes, or you can blend the cubes to make a puree for baked goods and other recipes. To make a puree, transfer the pumpkin cubes to a blender. Pulse the pumpkin for about 3 minutes, until it's smooth and free of chunks. Each 6-inch (15-cm) pumpkin will yield between 2 and 3 cups (450 and 675 g) of puree. Instead of a blender, you can also use a food processor, immersion blender, potato masher, or food mill. Line a colander with large disposable coffee filters or clean cheesecloth. Pour the puree into the colander and cover it with plastic wrap. Place the colander over a large bowl and transfer it all to the refrigerator. Leave the puree to drain overnight. If you don't drain the puree, there will be too much water in the pumpkin, and it will affect the flavor and recipe ratios.

SUMMARY: Allow the pumpkin to cool for up to an hour. Peel off the skin Cut the flesh into cubes. Pulse the pumpkin in a blender. Drain the puree in a colander overnight.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Microwave the first round of potatoes at 100% power between 2-4 minutes. Keep an eye on the slices to make sure they aren't getting done too fast. They should brown slightly around the edges when they start to crisp up. You may not notice much of a change of appearance after the initial heating. This will just start to cook the potato. Different microwaves heat differently. Depending on the intensity of your unit, your potato chips might not need a full 3 minutes at a time, or they may require a little longer. Watch them closely as they cook and use your best judgment to determine when they're done. Remove the plate and carefully flip over each potato slice. Put them back in the microwave for another 2-4 minutes, this time at 50% power. Once the chips have begun to turn golden brown in the center, they'll have a delightful crunchy texture. Continue microwaving in 3 minute intervals at 50% power until the chips are fully cooked. Look for a consistent golden coloring throughout. Remove the chips from the heat before they burn or blacken. When cooked with convection heat such as a microwave, potato chips need to brown in order to be crispy. Don't be off-put by chips that come out a little darker, as this won't affect their flavor. The potato slices will be extremely hot after two trips through the microwave. Let them sit for a few minutes before digging in. Once the chips have reached an edible temperature, throw them into a bowl big enough for everyone to grab a handful! If you want, you can add another sprinkle of salt as the chips are cooling. Enjoy the potato chips while they're still warm or have cooled to room temperature. If you have leftovers (which isn't likelythey're that addictive!), place them in a large lidded Tupperware container, or a gallon freezer bag with air squeezed out. The chips will stay crunchy for 2-3 days. Serve with rich French onion dip or hot, melty pimento cheese for an extra burst of flavor.

SUMMARY: Heat the potato slices for 3 minutes. Turn the slices over and microwave them again. Let the chips cool. Store the potato chips in an airtight container. Finished.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you were unable to make it to a casting call, you can apply online by sending photos in for consideration. Playboy requires that you send in one headshot and four to six full-length nude photos. These photos don't have to be taken by a professional, but they should be in-focus (no blurry shots ladies!). Half of the shots should be of your frontside, and half of your backside. Make copies of your photos because your photos will not be returned after the application process, whether you get hired or not. The Playboy application requires you to send in a scanned copy of your photo ID proving that you are 18 years of age or old. This is really important because your application won't be accepted without proof of your age (no matter how sexy or well-shot your photos are). You will need all of the normal information (including full name, address, date of birth, and whether or not you are a United States citizen). You will also need physical information. This info includes your present height, weight, bust size, waist size, hip size, hair color, eye color, and ethnic background. If you are enrolled in college, you will also need to write down your major and school activities, as well as your college's name and location. You also have the option to post links to any online presence you might have, including your website, Facebook page, or Twitter ID. When you apply for a model position as a Playmate at Playboy, your application automatically gets sent to other modeling sectors of Playboy. Even if you don't get hired as a Playmate, your application will get reviewed by other sections of the Playboy business, so you still have the potential to be hired as a model. These other modeling opportunities include Cyber Girls, Playboy Special Editions, Playboy Golf, and others. The application can be found here. As stated above, you will need to fill out all of the information, upload your ID proving you are 18 or older, and upload your photos. You will also be required to write your digital signature and check the 'I agree' box stating that you acknowledge the rules and swear everything you wrote down on the application is true. You should hear back from Playboy within four to six weeks. If you have not heard from them around six weeks, it means there isn't a Playmate opening at this time. However, if you do get selected, you will be flown (all expenses paid) to meet with a Playboy photographer for a photo shoot.

SUMMARY:
Take photos for submission. Make a copy of your ID. Have all of your information ready before you apply. Know that there are other modeling opportunities aside from Playmate. Fill out the online application. Know what will happen if you are chosen.