Pumpkin Seeds

Well, it is that time again.  Time to start carving those pumpkins (if you haven't already) and start wondering what to do with all of those goopy seeds.  This year our family is going to try our hand at roasting the pumpkin seeds for a delicious snack.  I found a couple of yummy sounding recipes online and thought you might like to try one or two (or all) of them yourself.
First things first--you have to clean the pumpkin seeds.  Start by rinsing the seeds under cold water to remove all of the pulpy strings.  Next dry seeds thouroughly by patting with a paper towel and allowing to air dry the rest of the way.
For all of these recipes you will need to heat your oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil.  Next, mix 1 cup of the cleaned and dried seeds with the desired ingredients.  Place the seed mixture on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 15-20 min or until lightly browned.  Stir and turn seeds halfway through baking.

*Parmesan-Herb Pumpkin Seeds:
Toss seeds with 1 Tbsp olive oil, 2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese, 1/4 tsp crumbled thyme, and salt to taste.  Halfway through roasting, toss seeds wtih another 2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese and 1/4 tsp crumbled thyme.

*Curry Pumpkin Seeds:
Toss seeds with 1 Tbsp canola oil, 1 1/2 tsp curry powder and salt to taste.  Halfway through roasting, toss seeds with another 1 1/2 tsp curry powder.

*Sugar and Spice Pumpkin Seeds:
Toss seeds with 3 Tbsp melted butter, 3 Tbsp sugar, 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice and a pinch of kosher salt.

*Spanish Paprika Pumpkin Seeds:
Toss seeds with 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp Spanish paprika, and salt to taste.  Halfway through roasting, toss seeds with another 1 tsp Spanish paprika.
Enjoy!!