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  <item>
    <id>27962</id>
    <title>Candied Macadamia Nuts</title>
    <total_time>15-20 minutes</total_time>
    <active_time>5 minutes</active_time>
    <serves>1 batch</serves>
    <published_at>Sat Nov 21 10:51:57 -0800 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Sat Nov 21 10:53:27 -0800 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>User</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27962</link>
    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:53:27 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description></short_description>
    <long_description></long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>I love making these <a href="http://www.elanaspantry.com/candied-macadamia-nuts/">gluten free candied macadamia nuts</a> for the holidays.  They&#8217;re the perfect dessert, appetizer or snack.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img></img>
    <author>elanaspantry</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27951</id>
    <title>Yum Asia fried rice</title>
    <total_time>1 hour</total_time>
    <active_time>20 minutes</active_time>
    <serves>a snack for 3 people</serves>
    <published_at>Fri Nov 13 23:09:47 -0800 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Nov 13 23:09:47 -0800 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>Asian</cuisine>
    <type>User</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27951</link>
    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:09:47 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description></short_description>
    <long_description></long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>This is a great lunch time dish or good for a snack. We have taken the traditional Thai style fried rice and added out special twist. Vegetarians can just leave out the chicken.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img></img>
    <author>Yum Asia</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27769</id>
    <title>Sweet Potato Chips</title>
    <total_time>30 mins</total_time>
    <active_time>5 mins</active_time>
    <serves>8 to 12 servings as an hors d'oeuvre</serves>
    <published_at>Mon Oct 05 10:56:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 09 12:24:19 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27769</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:24:19 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>A guilt-free potato chip</short_description>
    <long_description>A guilt-free potato chip.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>Crisp, sweet, and without a hint of grease, these chips are perfect for dunking in <a href="/recipes/27756">aioli</a> or just eating by themselves.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The chips are best the day they are made but are still delicious for up to 2 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/36">Sexy Vampire Halloween Party</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/27769_sweet_potato_chips_105.jpg</img>
    <author>Amy Wisniewski</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27784</id>
    <title>Pumpkin Pie&#8211;Spiced Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Wed Sep 30 16:52:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:25:56 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27784</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:25:56 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Pie as a snackable treat</short_description>
    <long_description>Pie as a snackable treat.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>All the flavor and spice of pumpkin pie coats these roasted seeds for a healthier take on the classic dessert.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/pumpkin_pie_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27775</id>
    <title>Chexicago Party Mix (my Chex Recipe Contest finalist)</title>
    <total_time>15 minutes</total_time>
    <active_time>10</active_time>
    <serves>12 servings</serves>
    <published_at>Thu Sep 24 10:11:29 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Thu Sep 24 10:11:29 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>User</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27775</link>
    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:11:29 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description></short_description>
    <long_description></long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>My Chexicago Party Mix recipe is a finalist in the in the Chex Party Mix Recipe contest inspired by the classic Chicago Blend; a tasty cheese and caramel mix. Salty &#38; Sweet and ready to eat in 15 minutes! You can vote once a day from Sept 15 – Oct 15. Vote Chexicago, Vote Today!</p>


	<p>Vote for Chexicago Party Mix at www.ChexRecipeContest.com</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img></img>
    <author>Pneumedia</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27773</id>
    <title>PROTEIN BARS</title>
    <total_time>30 Minutes</total_time>
    <active_time>45 minutes</active_time>
    <serves>16 Bars </serves>
    <published_at>Tue Sep 22 19:06:09 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Tue Sep 22 19:06:09 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>Other</cuisine>
    <type>User</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27773</link>
    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 02:06:09 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description></short_description>
    <long_description></long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>You can use your Favorite Protein Powder to make this bars</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img></img>
    <author>Sadrac</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27747</id>
    <title>Roasted Figs with Gorgonzola and Honey</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves></serves>
    <published_at>Thu Sep 17 08:05:21 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Thu Sep 17 08:05:21 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine></cuisine>
    <type>User</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27747</link>
    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:05:21 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description></short_description>
    <long_description></long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>A great snack for late summer and early Fall: roasted figs with gorgonzola and honey.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img></img>
    <author>aemley</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27735</id>
    <title>Super Easy Triple Fusion Snack</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves></serves>
    <published_at>Sat Sep 12 15:30:28 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Sat Sep 12 15:35:52 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>Eclectic</cuisine>
    <type>User</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27735</link>
    <pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2009 22:35:52 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description></short_description>
    <long_description></long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>Ehh, the market only had Skippy Reduced Fat Peanut Butter.  After tasting it at home, I thought about throwing the jar out.  But, then I came up with this.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img></img>
    <author>Gypsy Jan</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27725</id>
    <title>Easy Pizza</title>
    <total_time>10 - 15 min</total_time>
    <active_time>5 - 10 min</active_time>
    <serves>unknown</serves>
    <published_at>Wed Sep 09 14:45:45 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Wed Sep 09 14:45:45 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine></cuisine>
    <type>User</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27725</link>
    <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:45:45 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description></short_description>
    <long_description></long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>this pizza is sooo fun and easy to make, the kids will love it for a nice lunch or snack.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img></img>
    <author>ara892</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27509</id>
    <title>Creole-Seasoned Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Tue Jul 28 18:03:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:17:19 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27509</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:17:19 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>A NOLA-inspired snack</short_description>
    <long_description>A NOLA-inspired snack.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>Roasted pumpkin seeds get a hint of the Big Easy with the addition of Creole seasoning.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/creole_pumpkin_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27508</id>
    <title>Seasoned Salt Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Tue Jul 28 18:01:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:15:33 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27508</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:15:33 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Yet another use for everyone's favorite pantry staple</short_description>
    <long_description>Yet another use for everyone's favorite pantry staple.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;ve found yet another use for everyone&#8217;s favorite pantry staple by tossing it with roasted pumpkin seeds.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/seasoned_salt_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27505</id>
    <title>Barbecue Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Tue Jul 28 17:50:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:24:56 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27505</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:24:56 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Sure to replace your barbecue potato chips</short_description>
    <long_description>Sure to replace barbecue potato chips as your number one snacking option.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>Sure to replace barbecue potato chips as your number one snacking option.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/bbq_pumpkin_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27503</id>
    <title>Jalape&#241;o Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Tue Jul 28 17:49:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:17:55 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27503</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:17:55 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Chili powder adds a spicy kick</short_description>
    <long_description>Chili powder adds a spicy kick.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>Jalapeño powder gives pumpkin seeds a kick of heat.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/jalapeno_pumpkin_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27501</id>
    <title>Jerk Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Tue Jul 28 16:55:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:16:31 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27501</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:16:31 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Loaded with Jamaican heat</short_description>
    <long_description>Loaded with Jamaican heat.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>A whole slew of spices give these seeds a Jamaican jerk flavoring.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/jerk_pumpkin_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27499</id>
    <title>Togarashi-Spiced Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Tue Jul 28 16:51:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:21:59 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27499</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:21:59 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Flavored with Japanese chiles</short_description>
    <long_description>Flavored with Japanese chiles.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>Flavored with the Japanese equivalent of cayenne, known as <a href="/recipes/10602">togarashi</a>, these seeds are addictive.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p>Togarashi powder, a mixture of spices that always contains chiles, can be found in ethnic markets. It may also be labeled as shichimi togarashi.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/togarashi_pumpkin_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27494</id>
    <title>Wasabi and Coriander Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Mon Jul 27 16:06:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:21:13 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27494</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:21:13 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>A snack with an Asian slant</short_description>
    <long_description>A snack with an Asian slant.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>A snack with an Asian slant; you can use additional wasabi powder if you want more of a kick.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/wasabi_coriander_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27492</id>
    <title>Old Bay Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Mon Jul 27 15:55:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:16:01 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27492</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:16:01 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Proof that Old Bay goes beyond crab</short_description>
    <long_description>Proof that Old Bay goes beyond crab.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>The classic crab seasoning goes beyond seafood with these salty, spiced seeds.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/old_bay_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
  </item>
  <item>
    <id>27491</id>
    <title>Cinnamon-Sugar Pumpkin Seeds</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 cups</serves>
    <published_at>Mon Jul 27 15:51:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Oct 23 11:26:19 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27491</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:26:19 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Sweet, but not too sweet</short_description>
    <long_description>Sweet, but not too sweet.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>A snack that&#8217;s sweet, but not too sweet.</p>


	<p><strong>What to buy:</strong> We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.</p>


	<p><strong>Game plan:</strong> The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/38">10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
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    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/10/cinnamon_sugar_seeds_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
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    <id>27465</id>
    <title>Pineapple and Grape Kebabs</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>1 to 2 servings</serves>
    <published_at>Thu Jul 23 10:47:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Aug 14 16:27:24 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27465</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:27:24 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Making food playground-worthy</short_description>
    <long_description>Making food playground-worthy.</long_description>
    <introduction>
      <![CDATA[<p>Many kids turn their noses up at fruit, but thread it on a skewer (with a blunt edge, of course) and watch them play with their food in the best possible way.</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/15">Good Food for Kids</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/08/pineapple_grape_fruit_kabab_105.jpg</img>
    <author>Aida Mollenkamp</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
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    <id>27452</id>
    <title>Ladybugs on a Raft</title>
    <total_time></total_time>
    <active_time></active_time>
    <serves>2 to 3 servings</serves>
    <published_at>Wed Jul 22 15:53:00 -0700 2009</published_at>
    <updated_at>Fri Aug 14 16:28:20 -0700 2009</updated_at>
    <difficulty>Easy</difficulty>
    <cuisine>American</cuisine>
    <type>CHOW</type>
    <link>http://www.chow.com/recipes/27452</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:28:20 GMT</pubDate>
    <short_description>Like ants on a log but tastier</short_description>
    <long_description>Like ants on a log but tastier&amp;#8212;this version's made with cranberries and different nut butters.</long_description>
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      <![CDATA[<p>Peanut-butter-stuffed celery topped with raisins (a.k.a. ants on a log) is a classic after-school snack, but why not get adventurous and try a new nut butter like cashew or almond and switch the ants (raisins) for ladybugs (sweetened dried cranberries)?</p>


	<p>This recipe was featured as part of our <a href="/galleries/15">Good Food for Kids</a> photo gallery.</p>]]>
    </introduction>
    <img>http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/08/ladybugs_on_raft_peanut_butter_celery_105.jpg</img>
    <author>CHOW Food Team</author>
    <category>
      <id>52</id>
      <name>Snack</name>
    </category>
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