then, run the strainer under cool water in your kitchen sink until most of the pulp is removed.
it's okay to leave some pulp on the seeds, as some of it can be stubborn to get off. however, you should make sure to get most of the pulp off of the seeds, especially if you plan to roast the pumpkins later. excess pulp could burn in the oven.
roll a rolling pin over the seeds. now, you can begin the process of removing the hard exterior shells from the pumpkin. these shells are non-toxic, so it's safe to leave them on, but many people prefer the softer seeds within. to start, spread 