Step 1 - Clean the seeds
When you are carving your pumpkin, separate the seeds from the pumpkin flesh and strings. Wash them well (usually putting then in a big bowl of water and rubbing them between your hands is a fast way to clean them) and spread them on paper towels to dry.
It is also time to start preheating the oven. Turn it on and set it to 375 F (190 C, for those in Europe)
Step 2 - Spread the seeds on a cookie sheet and season them
Spread the seeds evenly over a cookie sheet and lightly baste the seeds with melted butter, margarine, or vegetable oil. My family likes a bit of 'Mrs. Dash" or lemon pepper on them. Most people seem to like a bit of cayenne pepper, some thyme and salt and pepper - about 1 teaspoon of each.
Or for a Halloweeny flavor, try a light sprinkling of cinnamon and allspice.
Step 3 - Roast the seeds
Heat them in a 375-degree oven for 20-30 minutes. raise the oven temperature to 400. Brown the seeds for five to 10 minutes until golden brown. Sprinkle with salt and serve hot or cold.
For milder flavor, simmer the cleaned seeds for about an hour in salted water and fry in deep oil. Or mix a tablespoon of oil or margarine to each cup of nuts and roast them at 250 degrees for 30-40 minutes until they're golden. Sprinkle them with salt.
