Nutmeg (Jaiphal)
Nutmeg comes from the tree called Myristica fragrans and it grows
up to 60ft tall. The tree can take up to seven years before the
fruit bears on the tree. The tree can produce fruit with the nutmeg
inside for 90 years.
Nutmeg is a great spice to use and it is pungent and sweeter
than the spice mace. Here is a list of what you can use this great
spice, nutmeg for.
• Sausages
• Meats
• Puddings
• Eggnog
• Soups
• Preserves
• Fruit Pies
• Vegetables
• Stews
• Veal
• Fish
• Chicken
• Whipping Cream
• Custard
• Breads
• Cakes
• Muffins
• Cookies
Nutmeg is used for many different foods. These are just a few
items that are enhanced with the use of nutmeg. Try using nutmeg
on your favorite foods for a new flavor.