Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

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Photo By: Tara Donne

Hi Friends,

Crunchy and salty, roasted pumpkin seeds make the perfect in-season snack from Food Network.

When you scoop out your pumpkins to carve jack-o-lanterns, don’t forget to save the seeds! Roasted pumpkin seeds make a great snack and can be used to add crunch to salads and soups.

Here’s how to roast them to crunchy perfection... Pumpkin seeds, when roasted, make a great snack and can be used to add crunch to salads and soups. While you can buy pumpkin seeds at the store year-round (they're called pepitas), they're so much better when freshly roasted.

Seed the Pumpkin


Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Using a spoon, scrape the pulp and seeds out of your pumpkin and into a bowl.

Clean the Seeds


Separate the seeds from the stringy pulp, rinse the seeds in a colander under cold water, then shake dry. Don't blot them with paper towels — the seeds will stick.

Dry the Seeds


Spread the seeds in a single layer on an oiled baking sheet and roast 30 minutes to dry them out.

Add Spices


Toss the seeds with olive oil and salt. Return to the oven and bake until crisp and golden, about 20 more minutes.

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