INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup pumpkin seeds (washed and dried, from a freshly cut pumpkin)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 3-4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

DIRECTIONS

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add in the seeds a stir until lightly browned (about 4-5 minutes).
  3. Remove the seeds and place in a bowl.
  4. Mix the taco seasoning mix with garlic salt; sprinkle over the seeds and toss to coat.
  5. Spread the coated seeds in an ungreased baking sheet (a 15 x 10-inch pan works fine for this).
  6. Bake at 325 degrees F. for 15-20 minutes or until crisp.
  7. Remove to paper towels to cool.
  8. Store in an airtight container.