That pumpkin you placed on your porch next to the front door ahead of Halloween can be put to good use after the holiday, making a salty or sweet snack.
Typically carved or used to make pies, pumpkins are often composted after Halloween. Another popular use is to turn the seeds into a healthy alternative snack, according to Michigan State University .
Pumpkin seeds can be flavored and then baked to dry them for long-term storage. Use them on salads in place of croutons or even as an ice-cream topping.
How do I roast pumpkin seeds?
Cut the top off the pumpkin, remove the seeds and spread them on a plate or napkin.
Wash the stringy fiber off the seeds in the sink. Make sure the seeds are clean, then dry them off.
Then fully dry the seeds in the sun or in a dehydrator at 115 to 12