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.

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