This is a test of commonsense. Complete the next sentence:

How to make pumpkin pie straight from the pumpkin
Cut a round cap around the pumpkin stem with a knife.
Remove the top of the pumpkin and scoop out the stringy insides and seeds.
Wash the exterior of your pumpkin.
Cut the remaining pumpkin shell into squares or slices. Smaller squares and slices will cook more quickly.