
1) Wash the seeds (yes, it's okay to eat the shell)
2) Set your oven to 325
3) Melt butter in a bowl and add salt
4) Soak seeds in butter mixture for about 5 minutes
5) Use a cookie sheet or glass dish and spred out the seeds
6) Bake for about 5-10 minutes
7) Use a fork/spoon and move the seeds around/flip them
8) Bake for another 5-10 minutes
9) Repeats steps 7-8 until golden
10) Add salt and let cool - You can also add other seasonings to give it a different taste.
Not only are they a great snack, but they are very benefitual.
1) Prevents Osteoporosis (high in zinc)
2) Natural anti-inflammatory
3) Prevents kidney stones
4) Treatment for parasites (such as tapeworms)
5) Protects against Prostate
6) Improves bladder function
7) Drepression treatment (contains L-tryptophan)
8) Great source of magnesium (1/2 cup of seeds = 92% magnesium)
9) Lowers cholesterol (contains phytosterols)
10) Prevents against cancer
The above is found on Health Diaries
While we are talking about pumpkins, I carved three of my own this year. One of which I submited to a contest, you can find it here.
Zombie Hand

Ghost in Graveyard

Sam from Trick 'r Treat - (in contest)

Hope you all have a scary Halloween and stay safe!
XoXo
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