Spices

Whole nutmeg adds warm flavor to sweet or savory dishes. Grind into potato and squash dishes or vegetable purees. Goes well with egg, spinach or cheese recipes. Garnish eggnog and hot chocolate just...

Add one or two whole cloves to mulled drinks, teas or coffee to add a rich taste. Use in your favorite beef, ham or stew recipe. Essential in spiced cakes, marinades for game and stewed fruit dishes...

Use whole black peppercorns to add a warm woody aroma and sharp taste to soups and poached dishes. Crush coarsely and add to marinades and sprinkle liberally on grilled steak, tuna or salmon. Grind...

Turmeric adds a bright, appetizing color to chicken, rice and seafood dishes. Use a pinch in cream soups, curries, egg and vegetable recipes. Turmeric imparts a rich golden hue, which can be used as...

Vanilla extract adds a mellow flavor and aroma to baked goods and is an essential ingredient in cookie, custard and ice cream recipes. For a perfect finish, pour two capfuls in a brewed pot of coffee...

Add parsley to create a garden-fresh taste to salads, soups and meats. Add generously to liven up omelets, mashed potatoes or canapes. Use as a garnish on almost any entree and to enhance pasta...

Se whole black peppercorns to add a warm woody aroma and sharp taste to soups and poached dishes. Crush coarsely and add to marinades and sprinkle liberally on grilled steak, tuna or salmon. Grind...

Sesame seeds are one of the world's oldest cultivated seeds. They add richness to asian rice, noodles or vegetable dishes. Toast lightly to enhance its nutty flavor. Sprinkle liberally on grilled...

Oregano gives bold flavor and aroma to mediterranean, southwestern and mexican cuisine. Add a teaspoon or two to salad dressings, pasta sauces and meat recipes. Try crushing a pinch and sprinkling on...

The classic ingredient for almost any recipe sprinkle liberally into marinades, butter sauces, pasta, stir fry and rice dishes. Substitute one quarter teaspoon for one fresh clove in your favorite...

Cumin seed gives a distinctive warm taste to indian and mexican cuisine. It is an essential spice found in garam masala and asian curry blends. To create a savory flavor in chili con carne, meat and...

Make a great swizzle stick for coffee, mulled wine, hot tea, chocolate drinks and a variety of other warm beverages. Use one or two sticks in poaching liquid for fruits. Make a flavorful addition to...