Pumpkin Seed Tip
Save those pumpkin seeds! Pumpkin seeds support the function of the immune system, assist prostate health and help lower cholesterol levels. They are also a useful source of omega 3 fatty acids and zinc. Enjoy a time of family fun by turning them into a healthy whole food treat.
Remove the seeds from the pumpkin's inner cavity and wipe them off with a paper towel to remove excess pulp. Spread them out evenly on a paper bag and let them dry out overnight.
The next day, place them in a single layer on dehydrator trays and put them into the dehydrator for 8-24 hours. It's lots of fun and your family will reap the rewards of a healthy snack.
P.S. from Jan: Butternut and Acorn and other types of squash seeds are VERY tasty too! I like to put them on dehydrator trays and dry; saves all their nutrients and digestive enzymes.
-- thanks to Jan Jenson
Dehydrate at or below 108 degrees F.
I deal with sunflower seed shells by tossing it all in the blender, or sitting at the table cleaning the sprouts.
Posted by: Jim Carey | January 30, 2010 at 12:58 PM
I wonder if you use young seeds, they aren't as hard to eat? I know that they are very untasty with that outer hard seed coat.
Also, what temp. do you dehydrate at??
Posted by: gina | January 29, 2010 at 08:17 PM
The pumpkin seeds are sold without the seed case which is not eatable. What is the process of removing this? No one suggesting seed saving for eating ever says how to make them edible.
Posted by: Valerie | January 29, 2010 at 06:09 AM
Do you eat them shell and all or do you have to peel them? If you do, any tips as to the easiest way to do that would be great. I've no idea how they get so many peeled when you buy them in the store.
Posted by: Donna | November 25, 2009 at 05:37 PM