Snackable Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

What You Need:

• 1 qt. water
• 2 TBSP salt
• 2 C pumpkin seeds
• 1 TBSP unsalted butter, melted

How to Make It:

1. Place the oven temperature on 250 degrees
2. Place the water in a large saucepan over medium high heat.
3. Sprinkle in the salt and bring the water to a steady boil.
4. Add the seeds and continue boiling for 12 minutes.
5. Drain the seeds well using a colander.
6. Lay the seeds in a single layer on a piece of paper towel and pat them dry.
7. Place the melted butter in a mixing bowl.
8. Add the seeds and toss to coat evenly.
9. Spread the seeds in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
10. Bake 35 minutes being sure to stir every 12 minutes or so during the baking.
11. Seeds should be a light golden brown and crispy when toasted.
12. Allow the seeds to cool before shelling and eating.

Makes 2 C of toasted seeds

These can be added to any trail mix or snack mix or eaten just as they are.