Lysosomes are cellular organelles that contain acid hydrolase enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris. They can be described as the stomach of the cell. Lysosomes digest excess or worn-out organelles, food particles, and engulfed viruses or bacteria.
(Reserve seeds to make Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, if desired.). Cut pumpkin into large pieces and place in a roasting pan. Pour 1/2 cup water into the bottom of the pan and cover with foil. Bake 45 to 60 minutes or until pumpkin is soft and easily pierced with a fork.Let cool until you can comfortably handle it.Scrape the soft pulp from the skin into a food processor or heavy-duty blender.our 1/2 cup water into the bottom of the pan and cover with foil. Bake 45 to 60 minutes or until pumpkin is soft and easily pierced with a fork. Let cool until you can comfortably handle it. Scrape the soft pulp from the skin into a food processor or heavy-duty blender.
Brush with oil: Lightly brush the flesh of each of the pumpkin wedges with cooking oil. Roast the pumpkin: Roast for about 35 to 40 minutes, until fork-tender. Remove the skin: Remove the pumpkin from the oven, and cool for about 10 minutes â just until it's cool enough to handle. Separate the pumpkin flesh from the skin, and discard the skin. PurÃ©e (optional): Transfer the pumpkin flesh to a food processor or blender and purÃ©e until smooth.