2 lb. pkg. thawed hash browns
6 tbsp. melted butter
1 tsp. salt
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 tsp. pepper
1 c. sour cream
2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Cut a pumpkin in half and remove all seeds and membranes. (If you plan to make toasted pumpkin seeds, wash the seeds and place them on a paper towel to dry.) Peel the outside and cut into small chunks. Place these in a large pot and cover with water. Boil until pumpkin is tender. Drain off water and mash pumpkin.