Warming Spice Blend

Name: Warming Spice Blend
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 tbsps cumin seed; 2 tbsps black peppercorns whole; 1 tbsp cardamom pods whole; 1 tbsp cloves whole; 4 tbsps cinnamon ground; 4 tbsps ground turmeric powder

This homemade spice blend features warming spices like cinnamon to create warmth and balance in any number of dishes.

5m

PREP TIME

1m

COOK TIME

6

INGREDIENTS

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 tablespoons McCormick® Cumin Seed
2 tablespoons McCormick® Whole Black Pepper
1 tablespoon McCormick Gourmet™ All Natural Whole Cardamom Pods
1 tablespoon McCormick® Whole Cloves
4 tablespoons McCormick® Ground Cinnamon
4 tablespoons McCormick® Ground Turmeric

KEY PRODUCTS

INSTRUCTIONS

1 Mix cumin seed, black peppercorns, cardamom pods and cloves in small skillet. Toast on medium-low heat just until fragrant, about 1 minute. Immediately remove from skillet. Cool completely.
2 Transfer mixture to spice grinder or clean coffee grinder. Process until finely ground and powdery, working in batches if needed to achieve uniform texture.
3 Place ground spice mixture in small bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix until well blended. Store in airtight container in cool, dry place.
4 Use this blend to add a flavorful warming balance to any number of dishes, like our Pumpkin Hummus or Spiced Honey Cake.