Curried Pumpkin Seeds

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             FOOD FUNNY
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Who remembers Tom Swifties*? Here's one from Anna Welander:

"Watch out for that slicing machine," said Tom disarmingly.

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             TODAY'S RECIPE
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Everyone who has ever carved a jack-o'lantern has had a heap of seeds to
contend with. Many people just throw them away, while many of us toast
them for a savory snack. Here is a recipe that will please the adults in
your family as well as the kids, and they are a natural as a cocktail snack.

Curried Pumpkin Seeds

Seeds of one pumpkin
2 Tbs (30 ml) melted butter or olive oil
2 tsp (10 ml) curry powder
Salt to taste
Dash of cayenne pepper (optional, or to taste)

Remove and discard the strings and flesh of the pumpkin that was removed
along with the seeds. Thoroughly rinse the seeds, then dry by patting
between layers of paper towels. Combine with the remaining ingredients
in a mixing bowl, coating the seeds thoroughly with the spice mixture.
Spread the seeds on a baking sheet and roast in a 350F (180C) oven for
20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
Received on Sun Nov 2 20:29:42 2008