Step #1 Carve a hole in the top of the pumpkin & remove the seeds.
Step #2 Scoop out 2 c of pumpkin & cube.
Step #3 Then set the pumpkin aside.
Step #4 In a large pot, simmer the cubed pumpkin chunks, carrots, beans, potatoes, tomatoes, celery, bell pepper, onion, garlic, & vegetable stock or water for 35 to 45 mins.
Step #5 Stir every once in awhile & season to your taste.
Step #6 Place the pumpkin in a shallow pan & place the stew inside the pumpkin.
Step #7 Brush the outside of the pumpkin with a very light coating of vegetable oil.
Step #8 Bake the pumpkin & stew at 350°F for 2 hrs, or until the pumpkin is tender.
Step #9 Serve out of the carved pumpkin while hot.
Enjoy the Vegan Pumpkin Stew (Cooked in a Pumpkin!) recipe