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for 3-5 minutes, or until the flesh is soft but still holds its shape.

Once the party is in progress, bring out pumpkins and knives, or other carving tools. Remove the top from each pumpkin and scoop out the seeds, placing seeds in one large bowl. While some holiday revelers cut and carve, others can rinse the seeds with cold water, then plunge their bare hands into the slimy concoction, separating seeds and pulp.

After cleaning the pumpkin seeds, spread them on an oiled cookie sheet. Stir to coat all sides. An easier, healthier alternative would be to spray the pan and the seeds with non-stick cooking spray. Before putting them in a preheated 325-degree Fahrenheit oven, sprinkle them with salt or any other combination of spices that is sure to appeal to the party-goers.

Pumpkin seeds need to bake about 25 minutes, just until lightly toasted. Check and stir at least twice. Pumpkin seeds store well in an airtight container after they're cooled. That is, if there are any leftovers!

Halloween can be full of excitement and still be healthy for your children without giving up tradition and candy altogether. Make up your mind to limit sugar and chocolate and figure out ways to do it whether you still take the kids trick-or-treating or have the whole neighborhood in for an evening of fun and nutritious snacks.

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