Fiery Pumpkin Seeds

This recipe is a fantastic way to use pumpkin seeds.

Ingredients

• 2 cups (approximately) fresh pumpkin seeds
• 2 Tbsp. light vegetable oil or olive oil
• About 1 tsp salt
• About 1 tsp cayenne, or more if you like
• 1/2 tsp cumin, optional

Directions

1. Separate the seeds from the pumpkin strings by rinsing them in a bowlful of water. Dry the seeds between paper towels.
2. Mix the oil with salt, cayenne, and cumin, and toss the seeds with this mixture until they are coated. (Then wash your hands well.)
3. Bake the seeds on a baking sheet in a 350 degree oven for 30 to 45 minutes, tossing occasionally, until they are tan and crisp. They will crisp up further as they cool.