Thursday, October 28, 2010

roasted pumpkin seeds

When I was young, we had a tradition of roasting pumpkin seeds in the oven after we carved our pumpkins. My mom used a little butter and some salt, and then you put them in the oven at 300 for about 45 minutes. This year I tried a new recipe for sweet pumpkin seeds, and the kids LOVED it!! It's very simple: some sugar and cinnamon. I made both varieties and they are quickly disappearing, although I have to admit the cinnamon/sugar are my favorite as well.

What good are pumpkin seeds? They are a great source of protein, magnesium, iron, and zinc!

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