The Swarm (Candied Pumpkin Seeds)

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This snack is so addictive you may want to double the recipe for a crowd. The raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) crisp up as they cool so don't be concerned if they seem soft when you pull them from the oven.

Servings: 2 cups (500 mL)

Ingredients:

Nutritional Info
Per 1 tbsp (15 mL): about -
cal 79
pro 3 g
total fat 6 g
sat. fat 1 g
carb 5 g
fibre 1 g
chol 0 mg
sodium 42 mg
% RDI: -
calcium 1%
iron 14%
vit A 1%
folate 4%

Preparation:

Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or grease; set aside.

In bowl, beat egg white until soft peaks form, about 1 minute; beat in sugar, chili powder, cinnamon, salt and cayenne. Fold in pepitas to coat; spread evenly on prepared pans.

Bake in top and bottom thirds of 350°F (180°C) oven, stirring once and rotating and switching pans halfway through, until puffed and slightly darkened, about 20 minutes. Let cool on pan on rack; break up clumps. (Make-ahead: Store in airtight container for up to 2 days.)


Source

Canadian Living Magazine: November 2006




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