Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: A Recipe to Roast Pumpkin Seeds

Depending on the time of year, many of us have a lot of extra pumpkin seeds left over from our Jack-O-Lanterns or summer gardens. Instead of throwing them away, it is easy, fun, and healthy to make your own roasted pumpkin seeds to enjoy alone as a snack or in a multitude of different recipes.

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To begin making your own dry roasted pumpkin seeds, there are some important things that you should never forget to do. First, it is very important to thoroughly rinse and/or wash any seeds coming directly from the pumpkin. They could have gotten contaminated from the area that you were working in or they may still have a slimy residue on them from the pumpkin pulp. Next, dry the pumpkin seeds and spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or oil. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees and lay the seeds out on a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until slightly golden. Make sure to store any left over seeds in an air-tight container. They should last for about a week.

After you have accomplished roasting your own pumpkin seeds using the above recipe, you can branch out into trying other flavors and seasonings.  A lot of the seasonings that are used to flavor popcorn also make wonderful additions to roasted pumpkin seeds, including salt, lime, butter, or cinnamon and sugar. Spicy flavors of roasted pumpkin seeds are also very popular, especially for people trying to lose weight. Some of the spices that you can add to your recipe for roasted pumpkin seeds are chili powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and even red pepper, depending on your preference and taste.

However, if this is your first time making roasted pumpkin seeds, you can start with the basics.  First, add 2 teaspoons of oil into at least 3 cups of your roasted pumpkin seeds. Next, add a teaspoon of fresh black pepper and a little bit of Cajun spice to kick up the flavor a little bit.

Take a few minutes and experiment with all the different combinations that can be created with a basic roasted pumpkin seeds recipe. Roasted pumpkin seeds make a great and unexpected snack for family and friends.

(You can also find other recipes on this site that you may find interesting: banana cake recipe, cabbage soup recipe, and pork chop recipes).

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