Christy - Add a few drops of Hydrogen Peroxide when you water them. That will help control the mold. I store mine in the refrigerator dry until I am ready to plant them. Then I just plant them in a good seed starter medium (potting mix). Water really well, sit on a window sill, and usually within a week or two, they start sprouting. I don't get 100% germination. Usually 80-85% germination. And I have had some seeds sprout several months later. Always a surprise!
Here are my current seedlings that were sowed in February (I think). I can't remember for sure, but it was not too long ago this Winter. They are still on my window sill and need to be transplanted outdoors. Hopefully soon!