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    How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds

    This is the snack you want sitting on your counter on trick or treat night for the kids. Pumpkin Seeds, Pepitas, are loaded with protein, zinc, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and phytosterols — good stuff that boost your immune system. Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are at their nutritional best when eaten raw. Still, eating them roasted is a treat you’ll savor until next Halloween. Here is how to roast pumpkin seeds: Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups raw pumpkin seeds 2 teaspoons butter, melted 1 pinch of salt, optional. I have one who insists: NO SALT As you carve your pumpkins, scoop out the inside goop with the seeds. Rinse seeds,…