Sweet and Savory Pumpkin Seeds

Caramelized Salty Pumpkin Seeds!

So good I'm going out to get more pumpkins just so I can make more!!!

Quick Pumpkin Seed Health Facts:

Prostate Protection, promote overall prostate health

High levels of Zinc, great for bone mineral density and osteoporosis

Natural anti-inflammatory effects for Arthritis

Contains L-Tryptophan, naturally effective against depression

Phytosterols in pumpkin seeds may help lower LDL cholesterol, enhance immune response and prevent some forms of cancer

and they're a great source of fiber so enjoy this time of the year when there is an abundance of pumpkin and squash seeds!

Here's the recipe:

2 cups pumpkin seeds

1-2 teaspoons of brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon butter or olive oil

1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt

OK so I started with 2 cups of pumpkin seeds rinsed and dried in the oven at 200F for about 2 hours, turning frequently.

Next toast the pumpkin seeds on medium heat on stove top until golden brown

Then add 1/2 teaspoon butter (best flavor) or olive oil (healthy heart), stir constantly to coat all seeds and not scorch.

Next immediately sprinkle on the brown sugar and salt so it coats the seeds, stirring constantly and allow to caramelize (about 5 minutes)

I left the measurements open to tastes...I like mine really sweet and savory so I used 2 teaspoons of sugar and 1/2 tea of salt so you might want to start with less and season to taste.

These are so good they won't last long!

Just made 2 batches...one for snacking (which is gone already) and the other batch I used in my homemade sweet and savory granola bars! So good!

You could also use these to sprinkle on salads or stir fry's, on the tops of muffins, add to your pumpkin seed brittle.