Roasted Pumpkin Seeds - pumpkin seeds

Method

• In a medium mixing bowl combine pumpkin seeds, cooking oil, and salt.
• Spread mixture onto a waxed-paper-lined 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
• Let stand for 24 to 48 hours or till dry, stirring occasionally.
• Remove waxed paper from baking pan.
• Toast seed in a 325 degree F oven for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring once or twice.
• Let cool slightly.
• Pat seeds with paper towels to remove excess oil.
• Package 1/4 cup of the seeds in each bag or place seeds in the center of 6 inch square pieces of colored cellophane wrap, then bring up edges.
• Tie closed with the ribbon.