What should nutmeg smell like

The morning glories that are supposed to be black are a shade of purple And I got some corn for my african grey parrot Silvia. Diane, I just realized that I missed reading about the great package you received. I love the seasoning blends, and they will come in handy for the great meals you make according to Doc's dietary needs.

I know you will enjoy the towels that brought back many family memories. Deanna, your choices were perfect for Diane. The trick to most Indian cooking is to have the masalas spices on hand. They can last a long time if kept in airtight containers, and only need a minute or 2 dry-fried in a pan before using. After that, it really is a quite simple cuisine to prepare.

And you can mix and match various masalas, rather than follow exact recipes. Lentils and beans, too, are generally interchangeable. No 2 Indian cooks prepare the same dish in the same way And it is a surpisingly quick way to prepare delicious meals once you've tried it once or twice!

Just took a pic of my masala shelf This post was edited by shaxhome on Wed, Apr 3, 13 at Once ground, nutmeg loses its potency quickly. The whole nutmegs will last a couple years if kept in a dark, dry place although here on the shore I've had them rot in just a couple months so now I keep them in the freezer.

Islay Corbel 2 years ago. Solsthumper 2 years ago. However, it is safe to use. Also, whole nutmeg like most spices keeps indefinitely. Related Stories. Exotic and alluring, global style takes its inspiration from points north, south, east and west. Are you ready to embark on the trip? For the biggest return on your kitchen investment, you've got to know these key ingredients for cabinetry with wide appeal. See granite types from white to black in action, and learn which cabinet finishes and fixture materials pair best with each.

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Can I freeze sauce in Mason canning jars? I admit I do have nutmeg in my spice cabinet. Thank you for reading and commenting! I like this article Jill. It has lots of fascinating information and beautiful supportive pictures.

This is my first time seeing how the nutmeg grows. It is actually quite beautiful. I have always been quite timid about using nutmeg, because if you use just a tad too much, it can destroy your dish. This post makes me want to use it more. I love the simple fruit glaze recipe. I will be using that. To be honest, this is my first ever hearing of mulling, and of such a thing as a specific nutmeg grinder. I really like learning new things, and Foodal never disappoints.

Aphil- Thank you for your kind words, though I cannot take any credit for choosing the photographs. Lynne gets the kudos for the finished product! Better safe than sorry….. About the only thing I really like it in is eggnog. It was too much. I do appreciate the information regarding the essential oil.

I should definitely get some of that to use as a rub. Nutmeg does have some very useful properties. I could deal with the essential oil, as I do like the smell.

Zyni- What kind of restaurant did you work in? I can completely understand becoming tired of a spice that is used regularly in many dishes….. Good luck with your essential oil, and let me know how it works out for you! Thank you for taking the time to comment. Not just a few blocks. What a wonderful and informative article.

I really loved the photo of the actual tree. I had no idea they grew to be so large and beautiful. We always have nutmeg around at home and I knew about the nutmeg and mace connection but it was great to see a picture of the actual fruit as well.

And thank you for the essential oil recipe. I never really knew why she did it, but I do find rubbing it very therapeutic! It is great to look at the pattern on the nutmeg as well if you shave a touch off the surface. It has the most amazing intricate pattern to it.

When it comes to cooking, I have to confess that outside of Indian cookery which I do a lot, the only other place I used nutmeg was in homemade tomato soup!

Now I have a few more uses and the grating a touch into milk or alternative sounds like a great idea. Nutmeg has always been a favorite of mine. I use it in chai and french toast, as well as pumpkin pie and other dishes. I knew of some of the healing properties, but not all those detailed above. I used it incessantly before a root canal not so long ago, and it was effective. As for the mulled wine……. I never would have thought to add nutmeg to my peppermint tea. Loved reading all these interesting facts!

Leopard Jones….. Thank you for your gracious comments. Nutmeg is without doubt my favorite addition to oatmeal….. Again, thank you for commenting! While I do enjoy using nutmeg when it comes to making sweets, I found that it is really good when it comes to baking hams and using it as part of a glaze. I really enjoyed this article, thank you! Our family favorite uses is a dash in soft buttery mashed potatoes or any baked potato dish, the smell of which makes me completely nostalgic… the ultimate comfort food!

Totally making it a life goal to try some of those candies made from the actual fruit! I was completely unaware of the health benefits of nutmeg and just assumed that it was a rather aromatic spice and nothing else.

Thanks for all the wonderful information. Those recipes look amazing! But I think that my personal favorite one is the Mulled Wine, it seems like a perfect choice for this time of the year, rainy and delicious.

What an interesting piece! I had no idea that the story of nutmeg was so full of intrigue and mystique, and yep — no idea that mace came from the same tree either. Seeing the weather here is miserable I am definitely going to give your mulled wine recipe a shot immediately, and hopefully impress the family with my newly acquired knowledge too… Thanks for a truly interesting and well researched article. Butternut soup with a generous sprinkling of nutmeg may be in order too! Notmeg is definitely a spice I associate with winter and the holidays, and I like the suggestions to use it in savory cooking.

I have never tried fresh ground nutmeg, so that grater is definitely on my wish list! We are blessed to have the fresh nutmeg apple, the fruit part itself, here. We make pickles of the fruit or blend them for fresh nutmeg juice. The mace is dried and used as a condiment or in medicinal products. The nut is used for making massage oils or balms but never consumed. According to the case studies from the Illinois Poison Center, even 10 grams approximately 2 teaspoons of nutmeg is enough to cause symptoms of toxicity.

At doses of 50 grams or more, those symptoms become more severe. Nutmeg is rich in anti-inflammatory compounds called monoterpenes, including sabinene, terpineol, and pinene. These may help reduce inflammation in your body and benefit those with inflammatory conditions 1. To accentuate its bracing initial punch, I like to pair it with lemon zest.

It can overwhelm other flavors easily, so add it by the pinch. Mace has a more intense flavor than nutmeg. Skip to content Miscellaneous. February 8, Joe Ford. Table of Contents.