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If you weren’t aware of Jennifer Garner’s impressive charm and versatility, it’s understandable—there’s always something new to discover! Recently, she has embraced her role as Elektra once again, this time in the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine, and she’s also been getting into the Halloween spirit.
Garner shared a fun and practical pumpkin-carving hack on social media, showcasing how to make this messy task much easier. In a delightful clip, she cuts into a pumpkin and uses a hand mixer to transform the insides into a fine pulp. The mixer effectively pulls the pulp away from the sides of the pumpkin, making it effortless to scoop out the flesh and seeds. This technique not only leaves the pumpkin clean and ready for carving but also separates the pulp and seeds for use in holiday recipes. Even if her hat gets a little askew in the process, the hack proves to be a game-changer for pumpkin carving!
Pumpkin carving is a cherished Halloween tradition worldwide, but it actually originated in Ireland. The legend of the Jack O’Lantern is rooted in the tale of Stingy Jack, a notorious drunkard and deceiver who tricked the devil into sparing him from hell. After living a life of sin, Jack found himself turned away from heaven and condemned to roam the darkness between the two realms. The devil, amused by Jack’s cunning, provided him with a tiny ember inside a carved turnip to light his way—a precursor to the pumpkin lanterns we use today.
While turnips were originally carved, pumpkins have become the favored choice due to their size and ease of handling. With Garner’s new pumpkin-carving hack making the process simpler and more enjoyable, it seems we’re all set to celebrate Halloween with our own lit-up Jack O’Lanterns. Thanks to her, we can honor the legend while also enjoying some quality time carving pumpkins with family and friends!
