MONSTER MUNCHIES

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Magically transform squash or pumpkin seeds into a spellbinding snack with ranch salad dressing mix. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

3 cups fresh pumpkin or squash seeds, washed and drained
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 to 1/3 cup ranch salad dressing mix

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute seeds in oil for 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Using a slotted spoon, transfer seeds to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with salad dressing mix; stir to coat. Spread in a single layer. Bake at 325° for 10-15 minutes or until crisp. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 23g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 9g protein.