Sunday, October 23, 2011

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds


Boo!

Halloween is just a week away and we’ve got our Jack ‘O Lanterns carved! Instead of throwing away your seeds, bake them for a scrumptious treat!




Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

  • 2 cups Pumpkin Seeds
  • Water (enough to cover seeds)
  • 2 – 3 Tbsp Salt
  • Olive oil

1.       Rinse out the pumpkin seeds and pick out the pulp and strings.
2.       Place seeds in a bowl and cover with water.
3.       Stir in Salt and let soak for 24-48 hours.
4.       Preheat oven to 325°F.
5.       Drizzle baking sheet with oil.
6.       Drain water from seeds in a colander and spread in a single layer over baking sheet.
7.       Bake for 20 minutes.
8.       Lightly drizzle pumpkin seeds with more olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Toss to coat.
9.       Bake for 10 minutes longer, until seeds are golden brown.
10.   Remove from oven and cool before eating.

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