Don't throw away all those seeds when you're carving jack-o-lanterns, you can make them into a delicious roasted snack with just a few minutes in the microwave.
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, become very popular in the US in the fall when the pumpkins are ripe. Pie pumpkins and those used for carving Halloween jack-o-lanterns both have seeds that can be eaten once roasted. In the US we eat them primarily as a snack item. They can be roasted with flavorings like cinnamon and sugar, or make them spicy with salt and cayenne pepper.
Pumpkin seeds are also popular in Mexican cooking. The white hull of the seed is removed revealing the green flesh of the pepita.
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Microwave Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Salted Pumpkin Seeds
Don't let the seeds go to waste when you're carving your jack-o-lantern. Pumpkin seeds simply roasted with salt are a tasty snack, but you can spice them up with other spice...
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Spicy Pepitas
Raw, green pumpkin seeds (aka pepitas) are underrated. This recipe roasts the seeds with cumin, chile and salt for a flavorful pepita that's great to pop as a snack or add to homemade...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Basic Roasted Pumpkin Seeds With Variations
Don't throw away those seeds on Halloween when you're done carving your pumpkin. A simple roast with salt and butter turns the seeds into a crispy treat (but...
Time: 30-60 minutes