ALLSPICE
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground
DESCRIPTION – Small brown berry; resembles blend of cinnamon, cloves & nutmeg
EXAMPLES OF USE – Sausages & braised meats, poached fish, stewed fruits, pies, puddings
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ANISE SEED
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground
DESCRIPTION – Small seed, licorice flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE – Cookies, pastries, breads
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BASIL
MARKET FORMS – Crushed leaves
DESCRIPTION – Aromatic leaf; member of mint family
EXAMPLES OF USE – Tomatoes & tomato dishes, pesto, egg dishes, lamb chops, eggplant, peas, squash
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BAY LEAVES
MARKET FORMS – Whole
DESCRIPTION – Stiff, dark green oblong leaves; pungent aroma
EXAMPLES OF USE – One of the most important herbs; used in stocks, sauces, stews, braised meats
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CARAWAY SEED
MARKET FORMS – Whole
DESCRIPTION – Dark brown, curved seeds; familiar rye bread seasoning.
EXAMPLES OF USE – Rye bread, cabbage, sauerkraut, pork, cheese spreads, Eastern European dishes
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CARDAMOM
MARKET FORMS – Whole pod, ground seed
DESCRIPTION – Tiny brown seeds inside white or green pod; sweet & aromatic; expensive
EXAMPLES OF USE – Pickling, Danish pastries, curries
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CAYENNE (red pepper)
MARKET FORMS – Ground
DESCRIPTION – Ground form of hot red pepper; looks like paprika, but is extremely hot
EXAMPLES OF USE – In small amounts in many sauces, soups, meat, fish, egg, & cheese dishes
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CELERY SEED
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground, ground mixed with salt (celery salt)
DESCRIPTION – Tiny brown seeds with strong celery flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE – Salads, cole slaw, salad dressings, tomato products
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CHERVIL
MARKET FORMS – Crushed leaves
DESCRIPTION – Herb with mild flavor of parsley & tarragon
EXAMPLES OF USE – Soups, salads, sauces, egg & cheese dishes
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CHILI POWDER
MARKET FORMS – Ground blend
DESCRIPTION – Blend of spices including cumin, chili peppers, oregano, garlic
EXAMPLES OF USE – Chili & Mexican dishes, egg dishes, appetizers, ground meat
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CHIVES
MARKET FORMS – Fresh, dried, frozen
DESCRIPTION – Grasslike herb with onion flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE- Salads, egg & cheese dishes, fish, soups
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CINNAMON
MARKET FORMS – Sticks, ground
DESCRIPTION – Aromatic bark of cinnamon or cassia trees
EXAMPLES OF USE – Pastries, breads, desserts, cooked fruits, ham, sweet potatoes, hot beverages
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CLOVES
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground
DESCRIPTION – Dried flower buds of a tropical tree; pungent, sweet flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE – Whole: marinades, stocks, sauces, braised meats, ham, pickling; Ground: cakes, postries, fruits
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CORIANDER
MARKET FORMS – Whole, ground
DESCRIPTION – Round, light brown, hollow seed, slightly sweet, musty flavor
EXAMPLES OF USE – Pickling, sausage, pork, curried dishes, gingerbread
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