Honey-Roasted Pepitas & Sunflower Seeds

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   Preheat your oven to 325 F. Place your seeds on a rimmed baking sheet, spread them out in a single layer and roast them for 5-7 minutes in the oven.

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   Check on them and shake them about halfway through.

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   Be careful and make sure that they dont burn.

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   You want them to take on a golden hue.

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   They puff up a tiny bit and become more crunchy.

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   Test one to see what I mean.

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   When done, remove pan from the oven, pour the seeds from the baking sheet into a bowl, line the baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper then return the seeds to the parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

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   Set aside.

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   Combine the sugar, honey, corn syrup, olive oil and salt in a small pot and bring to a boil.

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    Then stir and boil it for another 3-4 minutes.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Drizzle the sugar mixture over the seeds, tossing them about to coat.

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    Sprinkle a couple pinches of sugar over top (and a pinch or two of salt if you want it salty) and allow it to cool completely.

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    Break it apart and enjoy!

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    Colleens notes: As you can see I added in some dried cranberries after it was made and cooled, which is the way I like to eat it.

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    Feel free to toss this with some of your favorite dried fruits or favorite nuts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.