What's the Difference Between Pumpkin Seeds and Pepitas?
                                
                                
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                                Did you know that not all pumpkin seeds are created equal? While the seeds you scoop from your jack-o'-lantern come with a tough, fibrous shell, some special varieties grow naturally shell-free, and these are known as pepitas.