It's Me, ChristyB Lifestyle blog of a middle-aged mom of two

If carving pumpkins is on your list this week, be sure to save the seeds to roast and start a new family tradition while you’re at it. You can play it safe and go with basic salt and pepper flavoring. Or experiment with flavors like Ranch, Everything Bagel, pickle, spicy, sweet, salt and vinegar, pizza, taco, bacon, garlic parmesan, BBQ, cinnamon-sugar, whatever you can dream up. Maybe try a new flavor each year. It’s a fun memory your kids will carry with them as they grow older and begin families of their own. Begin by collecting the seeds from a fresh pumpkin. Place in a colander and rinse, using your hands to scrub away any pulp. Spread on a dish towel and dry thoroughly. Place dry seeds in a bowl. For the seeds of one medium-sized pumpkin, add about 1 tablespoon liquid such as olive oil or melted butter....