When you've hollowed out your pumpkin to make a scary face for Hallow'een, what do you do with the flesh and seeds?
PUMPKIN FLESH IS VERY LOW IN CALORIES AND FAT, and has no cholesterol. It's rich in vitamin C and potassium and also full of antioxidants and beta carotene, which is converted into vitamin A that helps boost the immune system and promotes healthy skin, eyes and bones.
You can make great tasty soups, stews, pies and risottos from pumpkin flesh - or try roasting it in the oven with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh thyme.
DON'T THROW THE SEEDS away as they are packed with iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium, and are a good source of omega 3 fatty acids. Rinse with water, pat dry, and put in a bowl with a little olive oil and soya sauce for flavour. Coat well and spread out on a baking tray. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes gas1/140 electric. Delicious sprinkled on salads or moreish as a healthy snack!
Have a spooky Hallow'een!
Bev
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