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Are sunflower seeds good like pumpkin seeds when baked?
Question by denimcap: Are sunflower seeds good like pumpkin seeds when baked?
I mean, if I baked them, would the shells become crunchy like pumpkin seeds so I could snack on them without having to de-shell?
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Answer by Bryan C
no because they r too small and they lose all the taste
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1. Pumpkin seeds
“Peter, Peter, pumpkin eater, had a wife and couldn’t keep her…” probably because he was too darn quick for her to keep up with!
Pumpkin seeds are bursting with pep, and in China they are a symbol of fruitfulness. In folk medicine, pumpkin seeds have been used for centuries as preventive medicine and treatment for prostate disorders, and only in more recent years has the medical world taken a closer look at the beneficial effects of pumpkin seeds on the male system.
Modern-day research has shown that pumpkin seeds, which are a natural diuretic, contain a native plant hormone that is very beneficial to male hormone production. Seeds are reputed as having a regenerative, invigorative, and vitalizing influence. In countries like the Balkans and Eastern Europe, where seeds have been a common pocket snack for centuries, prostate problems are less prominent than in countries where the good word has not yet taken root.
Aside from being a readily available medicinal treat for men, herbalists recommend pumpkin seeds for bladder and urinary disorders, and Grandma claimed that pumpkin seeds were “good for the blood and soul.”
Pumpkin seeds are richer in iron than any other seed and are loaded with phosphorus. The best way to cash in on the goodness of pumpkin seeds is to carry a pocketful and enjoy whenever you need a nibble. A handful of pumpkins seeds a day is the most delightful way I know to boost vitamin and calcium intake.
Pumpkin and sunflower seeds are delicious, affordable trail treats to boost energy while backpacking or hiking, but when eating from the shell and using public trails, be courteous and carry out the waste rather than litter the walks with unsightly discards. My motto is, “one pocket for in, one pocket for out,” a simple lesson for teaching kids to pack out what they pack in.
To produce nutty breads, add raw pumpkin seeds to the dough, and for extra goodness, brush tops of loaves with oil and sprinkle generously with seeds before baking. They are delicious in cookies and muffins, add exciting crunch to cereal or porridge, and are a pleasant surprise in salads and yogurt.
Sunflower seeds
Sunflower usage dates back to the Incas, who worshiped the sun and the flower. North American Indians cultivated the plant from wild seed and made use of every part: the leaves as animal fodder; petals for dye; and seeds for food and oil.
In Russia, the plant is a major crop used for everything from food and fodder to lamp fuel and fertilizer. In the Old World, the leaves were used to treat malaria, and in China, fabrics are made from stock fiber.
Flaxseed in the porridge bowl is the tastiest and easiest way to sneak a dose of good health onto the table.
Grandma’s old remedy for sore throat and bronchitis calls for equal parts crushed seeds and honey, along with a couple sprigs of mint, to be simmered in enough water to cover for an hour. The mixture is then strained, bottled, and taken by the teaspoonful. It tastes good and works!
Sunflower seeds are a source of phosphorus, magnesium, iron, calcium, potassium, and vitamin E. They also contain trace minerals, zinc, copper, and carotene, no doubt why Grandma claimed they were good for the eyes.
Use sunflower seeds in place of bacon bits on salads. Instead of using all meat in loaves and casseroles, substitute a portion of the meat with seeds. They’re economical and downright good. Add them to cookies, muffins, or breads. One of my favorite desserts is a bowl of tart applesauce crowned with crunchy sunflower seeds and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Like flaxseed oil, sunflower seed oil is highly nutritious, and the good news is, it is affordable and intended for healthy cooking purposes. Sunflower oil is an excellent source of unsaturated fatty acids. Using the oil in place of other oil and fats for cooking and baking can help lower cholesterol deposits in the blood.
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#2.
Best Pumpkin Seeds Recipes – Top 20 Pumpkin Seeds RecipesSunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds are incorporated into the … The crunchy goodness of nuts, grains and seeds is baked together with honey. …
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Here’s How to Harvest Sun Flowers
Wait until the seeds are full grown and firm, then cut the head with about a foot of stem attached. Hang it in an airy dry spot to finish ripening. Don’t stack the heads in a box or they will all rot.
The biggest problem with harvesting sunflower seeds is that the birds often get to them first. You can cover the sunflowers with cheesecloth to keep the birds away while the sunflower heads mature.
How to Cook Shelled Sun Flower Seeds
Sun flower seeds are good as a snack or added to favorite recipes in place of nuts. Raw mature sun flower seeds are easy to prepare at home. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water. Use 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water.
Bring to a boil and simmer for two hours. Drain and dry on absorbent paper. Seeds may also be soaked overnight in a salt solution. Roast sun flower seeds in a shallow pan at 300 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. After removing from the oven, stir in one teaspoon of melted butter or margarine for every cup of seeds. Cool on an absorbent towel and salt to taste.
How to Roast Seeds in the Shell
When the seeds can be rubbed easily from the head, and they are dry, the seeds are ready to be roasted for eating. First, remove them from the heads and pick out any pieces of stem or other debris. Mix a quarter of a cup or so of plain salt to a quart of water, and soak the seeds in this overnight.
Spread them on cookie sheets and roast in a very slow oven – 150 to 200 degrees – until completely dry. Stir them once or twice during the drying time; this will take three or four hours. If you intend to store them for any length of time, put them in jars while still warm and close tightly. They keep very well in a cool dark place.
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I hope this helps. Happy New Year!