MIXED SPICE - TRADITIONAL OLD FASHIONED ENGLISH PUDDING SPICE
The aromatic scent of holidays and Mum's home baking, mixed spice is an essential jar on the spice rack. Mixed spice is a blend of sweet spices traditionally used in English cooking to provide a warming backnote. This typically English spice mixture can be purchased ready-mixed, but I prefer to make my own, as I find it difficult to find in France and I have my own special blend. It is essential for fruit cakes, Christmas plum pudding, mincemeat and hot cross buns; mixed spice is also a great addition to other fruity desserts such as apple & fruit pies, crumbles and compotes. Try it in cream cheese desserts, pickles, chutneys and mulled wine too. Make it up and buy the spices needed in small quantities, as the mixture soon loses its full rich flavour. Allspice, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and ginger are the usual blend of spices, but I sometimes like to add a few ground cardamom seeds as well as some ground coriander seeds. This spice mixture makes an unusual and attractive gift - tie a ribbon around the neck of the jar, with pretty paper and then add a seasonal recipe tag.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Berries
Time 5m
Yield 1 Small Jar
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Grind the allspice, cinnamon and cloves to a fine powder and then mix well with the ground nutmeg and ginger.
- Add the finely ground cardamom and corainder seeds, if using, and mix well again.
- Use at once or store in an airtight jar in a cool dry place, and away from light.
- Makes an unusual and attractive gift, especially at Christmas - add a recipe tag and tie a ribbon around the top of the jar with pretty seasonal paper or material.
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Leah Siama
[email protected]This spice blend is a great addition to any baker's pantry. It's versatile and can be used in a variety of recipes. I highly recommend it!
Jamal Hossain
[email protected]This is a great spice blend for making gingerbread. It has all the classic spices you would expect, like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, but it also has a few unique spices that give it a really interesting flavor.
krishnakc TeJKAR
[email protected]This spice blend is a great way to add some extra flavor to your baking. I especially like using it in apple pie. It gives the pie a warm, cozy flavor that is perfect for fall.
Majid ali Khokhar
[email protected]I've been using this mixed spice for years, and it never disappoints. It's the perfect blend of spices for all kinds of baking, from cakes and cookies to pies and puddings. It adds a lovely warmth and depth of flavor that really elevates the dish.
Veronicah Akinyi (VERONS' WORLD)
[email protected]This traditional English pudding spice is a must-try for any fan of baking. The flavors are warm and inviting, and the aroma fills the kitchen with a wonderful fragrance. I used it in a batch of gingerbread cookies, and they turned out perfectly. The