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Crystal Grobe is a local foodie and blogger who brings the excitement of fresh and local to your kitchen.  She shares her personal food journey on her Web site, Café Cyan.
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Oct 27, 2009 11:14 AM

Calling All Pumpkins!

It's that time of year again! Normal people dress up in all kinds of costumes, consume copious amount of candy, and venture outdoors for some frightening fun.

It's also the time of year that is perfect for pumpkin picking. Grab the largest one, scoop out the seeds and get creative. Some like to carve their pumpkins, some like to paint, and some like to use them as decorations on the front porch.

Do not let those seeds go to waste! Sure, it is an icky job to sort through the pumpkin guts, but it is well worth it. Here is what you do to make a tasty snack:

1.) Separate the seeds from the pumpkin membrane, rinse, and pat dry.

2.) Preheat an oven to 350 degrees.

3.) Toss seeds with a drizzle of olive oil and your favorite seasonings.
For every 2 cups of seeds, try this:
* 1 teaspoon of sea salt
* 1 tablespoon of dried rosemary (crushed)
* 1 tablespoon dried basil

4.) Spread in a single layer on a rimmed cookie sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly browned.

5.) Let cool and store in an airtight container.



I want your pumpkin pictures!

Do you carve, paint, or decorate pumpkins? If so, I want to see and share them!

Please e-mail the following:
* A picture of your pumpkin
* Name (first name is fine)
* City

The deadline is Sunday, Nov. 1. Photos will be reviewed and posted on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
 

Comments (2)

  • Oct-28 - Crystal

    You can also make seeds out of other squashes.  The ones pictured are actually from a buttercup squash and just as tasty as pumpkin seeds.

    Be sure to paint up that pumpkin and send i...  Show Full Comment
  • Oct-27 - diane Oh, darn . . . my pumpkins are the variety that sit on the front porch for decoration only!!  But I definitely have a craving for some pumpkin seeds!!!
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