Chipotle Pumpkin Seeds Food

CHIPOTLE PUMPKIN SEEDS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin seeds, olive oil, chipotle powder, and sea salt. Mix or toss well to evenly coat the pumpkin seeds.
• Transfer the pumpkin seeds to the parchment-lined baking sheet, evenly dispersing them across the sheet.
• Place the pumpkin seeds in the oven and bake for 17 to 20 minutes. Flip/Stir the pumpkin seeds once every 5 minutes to get an even browning.
• Remove the pumpkin seeds from the oven and allow them to cool to room temperature.
• Eat immediately or place in an airtight container for future snacking (best to eat within a month!)

CHIPOTLE TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS

Steps:

• Toss the pumpkin seeds in oil and chipotle chili powder.
• Place them on a baking sheet in a single layer.
• Bake in a preheated 400F oven until golden brown, about 10-20 minutes. They may start to pop and that is ok.

CHIPOTLE-PUMPKIN SOUP

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• Place the pumpkin, cut side down, on a baking sheet with sides. Add water and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil to the pan and roast the squash until it is soft to the touch, 40 to 45 minutes.
• Melt the butter and the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil together in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until the onion is soft and light brown.
• Add the carrots and bell pepper and continue to cook and stir until the carrots are soft, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes, until it is fragrant but not brown.
• Add the broth, chipotle chiles, salt and pepper and bring the soup to a low boil over medium-high heat. While the soup is coming to a boil, scoop out the pumpkin flesh. Discard the skin and add the pumpkin to the soup. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 25 to 30 minutes.
• Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the rosemary. Allow the soup to cool slightly before pureeing. Working in batches if necessary, puree the soup in a blender until smooth. Reheat if necessary and serve warm. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Optional garnishes: Drizzle lightly with pumpkin seed oil; Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds; Dollop with creme fraiche or sour cream mixed with lime juice.