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Creamy Pumpkin Seed Butter

Magnesium helps regulate muscle contractions and is commonly recommended for treating muscle cramps. But how much magnesium should you be consuming on a daily basis, and what are some natural food sources of magnesium? Read about all of this in my previous blog post. Here is a magnesium rich recipe for you to enjoy.

Recipe

Ingredients:

2 cups raw pumpkin seeds

1-2 tsp. olive oil

Preparation:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

  2. Spread the pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet.

  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden.

  4. Cool for 15-20 minutes.

  5. Put the pumpkin seeds in a food processor.

  6. Run the food processor for approximately 4-5 minutes, until the pumpkin seeds begin to have the texture of butter. If necessary, stop the food processor and scrape the sides.

  7. Continue running the food processor for another 2-5 minutes until the pumpkin seeds have the texture of butter. Add some of the oil, as needed, until the desired consistency is obtained.

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