Pumpkin Seeds, Roasted

 

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Serves: 4 | Serving size: 1/4 cup

Ingredients

1 pumpkin (using 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon or salt to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Carve the pumpkin, and separate pumpkin seeds from the stringy pulp.
3. Rinse raw pumpkin seeds in a colander under cold running water, and shake or pat seeds dry with a paper towel.
4. In a bowl, toss seeds in olive oil and salt.
5. Spread seeds on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
6. Roast seeds in the oven for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through. 

Variations

• For extra flavor, sprinkle the roasted pumpkin seeds with your favorite seasoning. Try garlic, onion, or parmesan cheese. Store in a covered container.