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[foodieflavorscape]

From its historical significance to its scientifically proven benefits, black cumin seed has captured the attention of health enthusiasts worldwide. Join us as we explore its remarkable properties and how it can enhance your overall well-being.

Black cumin seed, also known as Nigella sativa, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine systems across various cultures. Renowned for its potent medicinal properties, this tiny seed packs a powerful punch when it comes to promoting health and vitality. Throughout history, it has been revered for its ability to address a wide range of health concerns, from digestive issues to respiratory ailments.

In this enlightening video, we'll uncover the diverse array of health benefits associated with black cumin seed. From its anti-inflammatory properties to its potential role in supporting immune function, we'll explore the science behind its efficacy. Additionally, we'll discuss how black cumin seed oil, extracted from the seeds of the Nigella sativa plant, has become increasingly popular as a natural remedy for various health conditions. One of the most intriguing aspects of black cumin seed is its rich nutritional profile. Packed with essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, this superfood offers a wide range of nutrients essential for optimal health.

We'll take a closer look at the nutritional composition of black cumin seed and how it can contribute to a balanced and vibrant lifestyle. Furthermore, we'll examine the role of black cumin seed in promoting cardiovascular health and supporting weight management goals. With its potential to regulate cholesterol levels, improve blood sugar control, and enhance metabolic function, black cumin seed has emerged as a promising ally in the fight against chronic diseases. But the benefits of black cumin seed extend beyond physical health. We'll explore its potential to support mental well-being and cognitive function, shedding light on its mood-stabilizing and neuroprotective properties. In an era marked by increasing stress and mental health challenges, the holistic benefits of black cumin seed offer a ray of hope for those seeking natural solutions to support emotional resilience and vitality.

In addition to its therapeutic properties, black cumin seed has garnered attention for its culinary versatility. We'll share creative ways to incorporate black cumin seed into your daily diet, from sprinkling it over salads to infusing it into smoothies and savory dishes. With its distinct flavor profile and aromatic essence, black cumin seed adds a unique twist to culinary creations while delivering a wealth of health benefits.

As we navigate the vast landscape of natural remedies and superfoods, black cumin seed stands out as a beacon of holistic healing and wellness. Whether you're seeking to enhance your physical vitality, support your mental clarity, or simply embrace a healthier lifestyle, black cumin seed offers a compelling solution rooted in ancient wisdom and modern science.

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Seed nutrition

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730 words, no warnings, @dorlenemicroficprompts

“Morning, love.” Marlene heard Dorcas’s voice in front of her, just as she was mid-yawn with sleep sticking to her lashes.

Flushing in embarrassment, Marlene quickly shut her mouth and rubbed her eyes. “Um, hi,” she stuttered.

Dorcas smiled in amusement, “Happy Valentine’s,” and presented Marlene with a gift, to which Marlene gaped at her, mouth opening and closing as she decided on which thought to voice first.

Eventually, she settled on, “I fucking love you,” and threw her arms around Dorcas.

“Hmph,” Dorcas jumped in surprise, moving the gift out of the way and wrapping her other arm around Marlene. “Careful,” she mumbled into Marlene’s hair. “You’ll break the jar.”

Marlene withdrew from the hug with a raised eyebrow, hands still on Dorcas’s shoulders. “So I can’t hug you because you care more about a jar than me?”

Dorcas shrugged jokingly, lips curving upwards, “I mean, you forgot it was Valentine’s, didn’t you?”

Marlene spluttered indignantly, “No!” And then sheepishness took over her offence as she remembered, “Well, I mean… Valentine’s isn’t as important to me as you are and I think we should celebrate us everyday.” As an afterthought, she added, “Sorry for forgetting…”

“S’okay,” Dorcas shook her head fondly, pulling Marlene back into a hug. “I don’t think it’s important either, I just wanted to give you something funny.”

Marlene grinned, taking the jar from Dorcas. “I love it, and I will,” she laughed, eyes scanning the words, ‘EAT ME, HOT STUFF,’ written across a jar of harissa, a North African chilli pepper paste which Marlene adored. She remembered trying couscous at Dorcas’s house, and the Meadowes had mixed it with this extraordinary paste, hitting Marlene’s taste buds exquisitely, burning the back of her throat and leaving a herbal sensation sticking to her tongue, garlic and citrus and smoky pepper, a thick, smooth then crunchy texture between her teeth, cumin and coriander seeds bursting against the walls of her mouth, as if she were containing some fiery explosion within herself.

Dorcas’s mum had shown her how to make it, pounding the ingredients to a paste by hand, even allowing Marlene to try each ingredient on its own to see how the flavours came together. Then with Dorcas’s dad, Marlene had created several dishes all using their beloved harissa, a gift from mother nature and Earth, and now from Dorcas, her world.

“Thank you,” Marlene injected sincerity into every letter. She’d been missing harissa since the week she’d visited Dorcas over Christmas break, like she could feel it lingering in the air but just out of reach from her tongue. Harissa gave her the same kick that kissing Dorcas did, and that was really saying something. Oh, and kissing Dorcas after eating harissa! Best thing ever. Tasting her favourite food on the tongue of her lover.

Dorcas pressed a chaste kiss to Marlene’s lips, gone as soon as she was there, the soft whisper of, “Anything for you,” fading into the air. Marlene wanted to repeat the sentiment back to Dorcas, but then Dorcas was back to conversational, saying, “Your last class today is Arithmancy, right? I’ll meet you there,” Dorcas nodded with a wink, walking back to the Slytherin table as Marlene stared at her back in awe.

Dorcas had given her the best Valentine’s gift. Dorcas was the best. Dorcas remembered what class she had last. Dorcas was the best. Even though Dorcas’s last class was Potions, with quite a journey to Arithmancy, Dorcas was still meeting Marlene there. Dorcas was the best.

From beside her, having watched the whole interaction, Lily nudged Marlene. “She’s a keeper!” she whisper-yelled into Marlene’s ear with a sing-song lilt.

- - -

“Marlene!” Sirius squawked in horror. “Are you putting chilli paste onto your toast?!”

“Yup,” Marlene beamed, the entirety of her breakfast coated in a thick layer of harissa. She inhaled it blissfully, and smirked at Sirius, “Only people made of hot stuff can handle it.”

Sirius scowled, grumbling at his weak spice tolerance. “I am hot stuff,” he argued. “Remus gave me this for Valentine’s day.” He held up a scented candle with the words, ‘BLOW ME, HOT STUFF,’ written across it.

From the top of his cup of tea, Remus met Marlene’s eyes and smiled lightly, confirming that he and Dorcas collaborated over gift ideas. Marlene snorted, then almost choked on the burning sensation of harissa in her nostrils.

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[chilapis]

As a result of being burdened by knowledge, and an indulgent inability to remain silent, I would like to discuss scent notes and perfumes that I associate with Childe in consideration of his nature and nurture. I’ll also likely be redoing the post in which I compared him to garnets (x) tomorrow; this is because that post was genuinely intended to be a skeleton and there are many details that were overlooked, both in regards to him and the stone itself, which feels like injustice twofold. Anywho, let’s begin.

For the purposes of this, I’ll first be tackling the elephant in the room. The official Tartaglia perfume, which was formulated by Primaniacs in collaboration with MiHoyo. I do not care for this perfume, I disagree with half of its the associations, and I will personally be disregarding it here onwards because I’m not legally prohibited from doing so.

It should be noted that aside from the “Tartaglia” name and face slapped onto this scent, it also mentions its association with the hydro element; I do not think it would be unreasonable to believe that this perfume can be seen to extend to the hydro element as a whole rather than be exclusive to him. This is the interpretation I choose to utilise.

I will however state my (reluctant) agreement with few of the associated notes mentioned. Namely, Tonka Beans; Bergamot and Orange flower (mentioned together as they will be tackled in one go); Cumin and Nutmeg, and Agarwood.

Tonka Beans make sense on several grounds; firstly, they’re actually one of the most common ingredients in masculine brews (see: Giorgio Armani Black Code; Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille; Givenchy Givenchy Play Intense). Tonka creates a beautiful and comforting warmth in the scent; it’s quite similar to vanilla, but much… smokier, one may say. You’ll notice that a lot of the ingredient I focus on will have much to do with warmth. Historically, the seeds would be dried and soaked in rum for a certain amount of time in order to extract the scent, though artificial substitutes exist to offer the same result now.

Bergamot and Orange Flower are both citrus notes, though the former offers a much stronger one in comparison to the citrusy-floral amalgam that the latter offers. The reason I agree with these is that citrus notes are seen as quite common in aquatic scents as they recall the freshness of the sea breeze (see: Armani Giorgio Acqua Di Gio; Royall Lyme of Bermuda Royall Yacht; Czech & Speake Ausonia).

Cumin and Nutmeg are both spices, so one can imagine that they lead to a warm, comforting, and, well, spicy, scent. Remember how I said only a short while ago that warmth will be a prominent focus of mine? Exactly. No matter where he travels to, no matter where he goes, I’m quite certain he’d like a scent that reminds him of home; considering perfume etiquette requires one to wear fragrance according to the weather and occasion, I imagine warmer scents will be much more reminiscent of the contrasting, overbearing cold conditions that his nation offers.

Agarwood (the wood of Gods) — often interchangeable with oud in the fragrance world, despite both different— is such a deliciously warm and spicy note as well; it can be a bit overwhelming for some if it is found to be too heavy in a scent (which is quite common and rather easy to manage) but it can provide such a delicious base if handled right.

With these justifications done, I will now begin to write the notes that I personally associate with him.

I simply cannot deny the association of musk; another one of the most common notes found in perfumes. It’s warm, it’s soft and heavenly, it’s delicious. It is often seen as bringing a more primal, instinctual, and almost animalistic mood to the fragrance. This comes as no surprise considering it was historically obtained from male musk deers’ glands, even if we are now able to enjoy this scent artificially as well due to modern development and discoveries.

Speaking of animal origins and perfumes, did you know that whale vomit was traditionally a rather popular ingredient in perfumes? Ambergris is a substance that comes from the digestive system of sperm whales; it smells quite foul when fresh, as one would reasonably expect. It smells like faeces, actually. Again, as one would reasonably expect. However, it… becomes pleasant after drying down? Warm, musky. Ambrein is then extracted from the ambergris to be used in brews; rather, it is the quantity of of this alcohol that dictates the quality of the ambergris. It is still used, however due to issues with both cost and access it has been replaced with a synthetic counterpart for the most part, with notable exceptions. It also has a history of being used an aphrodisiac? But so has musk, so, such usage is quite common with animal-origin ingredients and notes, but I digress. It was just a fact I find somewhat curious.

Leather is a big one as well. Do I have much explanation for this? No. Leather scents can come in a wide variety, from smooth, cozy, suave and sensual, to rough, primal, smoky, and beastly. It mostly depends on what ingredients are being used and which notes are being aimed to replicate; the fragrance house of Memo, Paris is extraordinary at replicating different types of leather scents; they’re arguably my favourite when it comes to scents, actually. But either way, there is a kick to it; a spicy, warm, and intense presence that you cannot deny.

I would like to give special mention to saffron, tobacco, rum, gin, bourbon, amber (especially amber), vanilla, cardamom and other spices for bringing a similar warmth and comfort to their scents that I’m absolutely certain would suit him very well. Also vetiver, because it brings a woody delight to any fragrance it embraces.

Now comes the discussion of perfumes; arguably what I’m most excited for and the main reason that I wished to write this.

First off the list is Ocean Leather, by Memo, Paris.

Now, the official site claims it to comprise of Vetiver, Nutmeg, Cedar, Mandarin oil, Sage, and a leather accord. It also has basil and elemi, so I’m certain you can imagine how all of this together with the mandarin oil would offer you a truly citrusy, aquatic scent, combined the comfort of leather, nutmeg, vetiver and cedar. This, along with the gorgeous whale artwork, makes this almost perfect for him. Almost.

This is the only one in the list that I haven’t smelt myself (because somehow, much to my dismay, no stores seem to be carrying it) however, I’ve heard a lot of people review it to be more of a… clean scent? Which I feel doesn’t suit Ajax at all.

For the record, fragrances are often divided as being either clean scents, or dirty scents. Clean scents are those that are not overwhelming, these are scents containing light, refreshing notes. You should expect something like citrus-heavy, something that’s very suited to spring with light, fresh floral notes. Something you’d smell in a professional setting, in an office perhaps. It’s a mild, timid scent. And I do not think it suits Ajax in any sense of the way, whether you take into account his domestic life or his professional life.

Dirty scents are warm, musky; they’re heavy, they’re entrancing, they’re so deeply connected to the Earth. They feel like browns and reds, like clay. No matter which face of him you choose to assign a scent to, it’ll likely fall under this. Imagine the sweet and gentle atmosphere at home, where he and his siblings huddle together as he cherry-picks the details of the sights he witnessed adventures, ensuring to leave out all the parts unfit for the children to hear. Do you imagine him to smell like a bouquet? Or do you imagine him to smell like home itself? A smoky sweetness that shares the depth of the abyss as it mixes with his body’s chemistry?

Or, imagine him in the battlefield; would this man smell like spring? Or would he smell like a mix of iron, sweat, musk and leather? There you have your answer.

So I’m not all too sure about this fragrance simply because I don’t have a personal reference to go off of, and everyone that I know in real life, as well as every online forum I seem to run into, calls it very light. I even saw someone refer to it as an office-scent? He is not wearing a damn office scent. However, if the citrusy notes are at balance with the leather and nutmeg and it’s offering a conflicting, fresh yet potently warm fragrance? That suits him perfectly.

The second fragrance I’d like to discuss is Royall Yacht by Royall Lyme of Bermuda.

It is another aquatic fragrance and my goodness am I in love. It perfectly balances that need for aquatic accords through citrus and that need for warmth through the warmer notes. It has vetiver, lemon, cedar, musk, and amber (along with a few floral notes but they’re not the focus). Although reading off of the notes, one might imagine this to not be so strong in its aquatic mood due to the citrus being so limited, but reviews will prove otherwise. Most people state that it perfectly encapsulates the feeling of the lulling sea breeze as one sets sail. This does come with its own issue however, and that is the fact that this house in general (Royall) is not… particularly known or admired for the longevity of their fragrances. What I’m saying is that their fragrances don’t last very long at all. I say this from personal experience (due to owning a few fragrances) as well as online observation; perhaps an hour or two at most and then they are as good as gone, and that is if you’re not partaking in any strenuous activities that might make you break out in a sweat. I imagine this wouldn’t even last ten minutes on him, so I don’t, quite see a point in its purchase or wear for such an active man.

The third I’d like to discuss is Opus XIV Royal Tobacco, by Amouage.

The notes are within the picture above: we’re seeing cardamom, musk, vetiver, agarwood, osmanthus, tobacco, licorice, benzoin, bergamot: I’m sure that you can tell that we’ve left the aquatic scent category by now. Though bergamot is present to give a citrusy feel, it’ll most just heighten the intensity of the other notes rather than offer its own unique mood. It’ll be a very dark, carnal, spicy scent with a lot of depth and smokiness to it; perhaps not suited for Ajax, a gentle family-man, but certainly fitting for the 11th Harbinger. I adore the longevity of Amouage fragrances, they’re known for their gorgeous bottles and their interesting ingredient and note selection, and this perfume is no exception.

It is such a mouthwateringly delicious scent, I cannot stress this enough. Also, the handle is made to recall the image of a Khanjar in one’s mind; Khanjars are traditional Middle Eastern and South Asian blades in the shape, usually worn by men on the hip. They’re crafted in the shape of a ‘J’ and their handles are made from a variety of materials, including but not limited to bone (especially camel bone), gold, and silver.

My last and most important association is that of Iberian Leather, by Memo, Paris.

This is such a beautiful winter fragrance; I actually got it not too long ago but I have been so deeply in love with it. It lacks aquatic accords but it has a spiciness that can handle his duality. This fragrance can provide that intimidating, overwhelming, animatic atmosphere but it can also surround one with that comforting, cozy urge to huddle in. I call it a winter fragrance because it is just that heavy and warm; although I’m personally not one to follow the etiquette of limiting scents to seasons as I prefer heavier scents all year round, people have noted this to be perfect for winter use both in real life/personal expedience, and in online discussion. Its notes include cedarwood, vetiver, agarwood, oakmoss, amber, musk, vanilla, osmanthus, cinnamon, bergamot, clove, saffron, sandalwood, and a few flower notes as well. So you’re once again getting that wooziness and that spice but you’re not getting the sweet and tender darkness of tobacco and licorice. It’s still intense and it’s still deeply layered in its scent profile but it’s not dark. It’s something that’ll suit him no matter the situation he is in or who he has in his company, and this is arguably one of the best scents to douse your winter coat in because it is so, comforting, so warm, so cozy. It is so earthen and natural. It feels like sitting next to a bonfire on a cold night. It feels like him. Not to mention, the longevity of this (or, the whole house, rather) is very impressive; you can apply it in the morning and it’ll still very much be on you when you sleep, even if barely. No matter how hot it is outside, how much you’ve been sweating, it will be on you, so help you god.

I would also like to give special mention to a few other perfumes that were close but fell short, such as Russian Leather Memo Paris; Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio; Giorgio Armani Black Code; Flåm Memo Paris; Vancleef & Arpels Ambré Imperial; Vancleef & Arpels Tonka Imperial, and more.

With all associations and justifications stated, I’d like to conclude this post by also mentioning what he smells like? A lot of people forget to take into consideration that no fragrance smells the same on everyone; it has a lot to do with your body chemistry (& natural body odour) as well as what you’re doing throughout the day. For example, on some people, floral notes tend to be more prominent, while on others, vanilla or more gourmand notes might appear more prominent instead. Although I can’t speculate much on which notes would be more prominent on him (vanilla; I want to say vanilla) I do feel like he’d smell like a mix of his chosen fragrance and iron. I feel like from being in battle all day, the scent would become… even more him, due to constantly mixing with his own sweat and body odour throughout the day, which then further combines with the unmistakably metallic scent of blood if business requires more extreme measures,

I will say however I imagine his fatui fur-collar cloak to smell like the most comforting thing in the world. I’ve noticed this to be quite common in winter clothing somehow, especially when you wear it quite commonly. One does not realise (and does not care, really) whether they have applied anything on it already and just about on their normal routine, spraying it over and over until it just… seemingly sets in, creating a scent so unique to the wearer because it now smells like them and the fragrance combined. It smells like home, it smells like all the memories of your past winters that you spent with those who love you. It smells like solace and relief and a happy ending and I think he deserves that bittersweet comfort of domestic nostalgia.

[najia-cooks]

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मीट मसाला / Meat masala (Nepali spice blend)

Nepali मीट मसाला or मिट मसाला ("mīṭ masālā" or "miṭ masālā," from "meat masala")—also called मटन मसाला ("maṭana masālā," "mutton spice blend")—is used to season various kinds of meat, but is especially common in marinades and sauces for lamb, as in खसीको मासु ("khasīko māsu," "lamb curry"). In Nepal, meat is usually eaten for parties or celebrations, on feast days—such as दसैँ (Dashain) and ईद अल-अधा (Eid al-Adha)—and on weekends.

Meat masala is sold as a commercial product to make home cooks' preparation of meat quicker and easier. In some recipes, the spice blend is not listed as a separate ingredient, but is hidden within the list and prepared fresh with each dish: depending on the cook, some of the spices will be left whole and fried in the cooking oil, and others will be toasted, ground, and added later.

Making your own meat masala gives you more control over the ingredients than buying commercially, and ensures a fresher product. Keep some in your pantry to add to meat preparations including curries, dumplings, and chatamari, and to use in marinades, sauces, and braises; or make a batch ahead of a festival and use it as the seasoning base for dishes you prepare over the course of the holidays.

Recipe under the cut!

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Ingredients

Spices for grinding

4 dried (3g) red chilis, or to taste (रातो खुर्सानी / rato khursani)

2 Tbsp (16.5g) cumin seeds (जीरा / jeera)

2 Tbsp (8.5g) coriander seeds (धनिया / dhaniya)

1 Tbsp (7g) green cardamom pods (सुकमेल / sukmel)

1 Tbsp (5g) black cardamom pods (अलैंची / elaichi)

1 Tbsp (8.5g) black peppercorns (मरिच / marich)

3-inch chunk (6.5g) Chinese cassia bark (दालचीनी क्यासिया / dalchini kyasiya)

1 tsp (2.5g) whole cloves (ल्वाङ / lwang)

1/2 head (2.5g) nutmeg (जायफल / jaiphal)

1 tsp (4.5g) fenugreek seeds (मेथी / methi)

1 tsp (2.5g) fennel seeds (सौंफ / saumph)

1 pod (1g) star anise (स्टार ऐनीज़)

1/2 tsp (1.5g) ground turmeric (बेसार / besar)

1/2 head (.3g) mace (जावित्री / javitri) (optional)

Look for cassia (cinnamon) bark that is rough and wood-like in appearance and does not curl naturally into quills: it may be labelled "cassia bark," "cinnamon stick flat," "desi cinnamon," or "dalchini flat" at a South Asian or halal grocery store.

Black cardamom pods may be labelled "kali elaichi" or "moti elaichi."

Spices for frying

2 medium (.7g total) tej patta (Nepal bay leaves) (तेजपात)

1 tsp (2g) ground ginger (अदुवा / adhuwa)

You may choose to leave out the spices for frying if you will be making a curry (and can fry them along with the rest of the aromatics). Include them for a preparation where the meat will not be fried in oil (e.g. momos, chatamari).

Instructions

1. Lightly crush nutmeg in a mortar and pestle to break in half. Crush cinnamon to break into a few pieces.

2. In a dry skillet over medium heat, roast chilis, black and green cardamom pods, and cinnamon until fragrant, stirring often. Set aside to cool.

3. Roast black peppercorns, cloves, and star anise for a couple minutes until fragrant. Set aside.

4. Roast smaller seeds (cumin, coriander, fenugreek, fennel), mace, and tej patta for a minute until fragrant. Set aside.

5. Remove skillet from heat. Toast turmeric and ginger for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

6. Grind all spices together in a mortar and pestle or spice mill. Pass through a fine mesh sieve. Store in an airtight container in a cool place.

[radical-revolution]

There is a smile and a gentleness

inside. When I learned the name

and address of that, I went to where

you sell perfume. I begged you not

to trouble me so with longing. Come

out and play! Flirt more naturally.

Teach me how to kiss. On the ground

a spread blanket, flame that's caught

and burning well, cumin seeds browning,

I am inside all of this with my soul.

~Rumi

watercolor: Kati Immonen

[rootsamdvines]

PUMPKINS...Not just a decoration!

Pumpkin carving is such a wonderful Halloween tradition! It brings families together for a fun, creative activity and leaves you with some fantastic spooky decorations to boot. But with Halloween is over  it’s important to remember that we don’t need to let our pumpkins go to waste. Did you know that in the UK alone, around 18,000 tonnes of pumpkins are discarded each year after being carved? That’s a lot of potential going in the bin!

At Roots and Vines, we’re passionate about reducing food waste, and our locally grown pumpkins are too good to waste. Here are some of our favourite ideas to help you make the most out of your pumpkin once the carving is done.

Delicious Pumpkin Recipes to Try

Pumpkin is such a versatile ingredient! Whether you’ve got a large pumpkin or just the leftovers from your Halloween creation, there are so many ways to use it.

Roasted Pumpkin: A simple but tasty way to enjoy pumpkin is by roasting it. Just slice it up, toss with a bit of olive oil, salt, and your favourite herbs, and pop it in the oven. It’s perfect as a side dish or tossed into salads.

Pumpkin Soup: Warm up those autumn evenings with a hearty pumpkin soup. You can blend it with a bit of cream, or keep it light with vegetable stock and spices like cumin or nutmeg.

Pumpkin Risotto: For something a little fancier, pumpkin risotto is a great option. The sweetness of the pumpkin pairs beautifully with the creamy, savoury rice.

Pumpkin Pie: Of course, we can’t forget about dessert! Pumpkin pie is a classic way to turn leftover pumpkin into something delicious and comforting.

Pumpkins for Your Pets

Did you know that pumpkin is a healthy, tasty treat for dogs? Full of vitamins and fibre, it’s great for their digestion. You can serve it raw in small amounts, cook it into a puree and mix with their regular food, or even freeze pumpkin cubes for a refreshing snack that’ll last longer. Just be sure to avoid any parts of the pumpkin that have been sitting out with candles or decorations, as these could be harmful.

Snack on Pumpkin Seeds

Don’t throw out those seeds! Pumpkin seeds make a crunchy, nutritious snack. All you need to do is scoop them out, wash them, and dry them. Toss them with a little oil and salt, then roast them in the oven until golden. For a bit of extra flavour, you can add spices like paprika, cumin, or even cinnamon.

If you’d rather share with the local wildlife, pumpkin seeds are also a hit with birds. Just make sure to skip the oil and salt if you’re offering them to your feathered friends. They’ll thank you for it!

Composting Pumpkins

If you’re done with your pumpkin and don’t fancy eating it, why not add it to your compost heap? Pumpkins break down easily and are full of nutrients, making them a great addition to your compost bin. Simply break it up into smaller pieces and let nature do the rest. Bonus: worms absolutely love pumpkins, so your garden will thrive!

This Halloween, let’s all do our bit to reduce food waste. Whether you’re turning your leftover pumpkin into a warming meal, treating your pet, or giving your compost a boost, there are plenty of ways to make sure nothing goes to waste. Pop into Roots and Vines for your locally grown pumpkins, and don't forget to check our website for more recipe inspiration!

Happy carving, and happy cooking! 🎃

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