Do you have pumpkin seeds left over after hollowing out the pumpkin? Here are some suggestions on how you can use them.
On Halloween, many people will decorate their dust with a large pumpkin, with a mischievous face, and they will stay with him pumpkin seeds, which he won't know exactly how to reuse. You can throw them away, but beware, it's even better if you use them in one of the more innovative ways. You can plant your own bushes with them or prepare a tasty snack.
Save pumpkin seeds for later planting
You can save your seeds to grow pumpkins next season. Clean and dry the seeds to make them suitable for long-term storage. Soak them in warm water to remove the pulp and leave them in a colander to dry. Then put them on a kitchen towel and soak them and let them stand for a day or two. Once the seeds are dry, wrap them in a paper towel and place in an airtight jar. Store them in a cool place over the winter, and plant them in the ground in April or May. Pumpkin needs 90 to 120 days to grow.
Turn your pumpkin seeds into butter
Yes, you heard that right! You can use them to craft of pumpkin butter. You can make it at home. To begin with, clean the seeds thoroughly, then grind them in a food processor until the texture is completely smooth. Add oil and salt and, if desired, honey or cinnamon.
Roasted pumpkin seeds
If you like to nibble on roasted pumpkin seeds, you can just use the seeds from a carved pumpkin. Clean and dry the seeds well and spread them on a baking sheet lined with baking paper. Spread them evenly and sprinkle with spices. Place the pan in a heated oven (150 degrees) for 15 minutes. Then mix the seeds and bake for another 15 minutes.
