ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS

Roasting pumpkin seeds is an autumnal tradition this time of year...and a delicious and healthy snack!

ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS

Scoop out seeds and fibrous strands from your pumpkin and toss into a colander. Run under cool water. Swish around with your hands until the fibers separate from the seeds. Dry seeds on a cookie sheet.

Once dry transfer the seeds to a bowl and toss with olive oil and a generous sprinkling of kosher salt. Or add to the olive oil and salt, grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper.

Arrange seasoned seeds in an even layer on baking sheet at 350 degrees until golden brown, about 10 minutes. If not perfectly roasted, leave them in the oven longer, checking every minute until done.

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