Seeds facts and general information about sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and pumpkin seeds.
Seeds are Available:
Year round
How Do Seeds Grow:
Sunflower seeds grow in the sunflower. See picture at top of page. Sesame seeds grow on a plant. Pumpkin seeds of course come from inside of a pumpkin.
What to Look for When Buying Seeds:
If buying seeds in their shells look for firm shells with no cracks.
Most seeds are pre-packaged for you.
Seeds Storage Tips:
Most all seeds are available pre-packaged and can be stored in the cupboard, fridge or freezer.
How to Cook with Seeds:
Sunflower seeds, sesame seeds or pumpkins seeds are a great healthy
snack as they provide protein and other nutrients. Use seeds as
toppings for salads or main dishes.
Seeds Recipe: Granola
3 cups rolled oats 1 cup slivered almonds 1 cup cashew nuts 1/2 Cup sunflower seeds
1/2 Cup sesame seeds
3/4 cup shredded coconut 1/4 cup +2 T. dark brown sugar 1/4 cup + 2 T. maple syrup 1/4 cup vegetable oil 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup raisins or any dried fruit
Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Combine oats, nuts, seeds, coconut and
brown sugar. In separate bowl, combine maple syrup, oil, and salt.
Combine two together and pour onto sheet pans. Cook for 1 hour and 15
minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove from oven and add raisins.
Kids Cooking Video: Pumpkin Seed Pesto
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