Despite its name, which means "four spices" in French, this blend never seems to keep strict count on the number of its ingredients. Quatre Epices can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. Often included in paté, forcemeat and sausage making, it is equally at home in gingerbread or cake, such as in this delicious French Quatre Epices Cake, as seen in Sunset Magazine.
Quatre Epices
Despite its name, which means "four spices" in French, this blend never seems to keep strict count on the number of its ingredients. Quatre Epices can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. Often included in paté, forcemeat and sausage making, it is equally at home in gingerbread or cake, such as in this delicious French Quatre Epices Cake, as seen in Sunset Magazine.
Despite its name, which means "four spices" in French, this blend never seems to keep strict count on the number of its ingredients. Quatre Epices can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. Often included in paté, forcemeat and sausage making, it is equally at home in gingerbread or cake, such as in this delicious French Quatre Epices Cake, as seen in Sunset Magazine.
Ingredients
- 1-3/4 teaspoons
Peppercorn - Black - TellicherryBlack pepper. It inspired the Age of Discovery, once trading for a price above gold. Not bad for a seasoning! Five centuries later, it remains a favorite.Tellicherry is a renowned gr... - 1-3/4 teaspoons
Peppercorn - WhiteWhite peppercorns are black peppercorns with the outer husk removed. The heat level is similar to black peppercorn, and a smoother flavor profile. White pepper combines well into cre... - 1-3/4 teaspoons
NutmegWe only sell nutmeg in whole form because it loses flavor so quickly, and the difference between the freshly ground spice and the pre-ground variety is like night and day. The freshl... - 1 teaspoon
ClovesThe compelling flavor of cloves is hot and tingly, and leaves a lingering aftertaste. Native to the spice islands, demand for these buds helped fuel the Age of Discovery and they rem... - 1/2 teaspoon Mace
MaceGround from the lacy outer covering of the nutmeg, commonly called "blades," mace imparts a sweet and pungent flavor that is different from nutmeg, but complements it. French cuisine... - 1 teaspoon Cinnamon - Cassia Indonesian
Cinnamon - Cassia IndonesianCassia-cinnamon is such a familiar and beloved spice it needs little introduction. A global favorite for its delicious aromatic flavor, we keep a fresh supply flowing through our sho...
Preparation
In a small bowl, thoroughly mix all of the spices together. This will keep in a jar with a good rubber seal for a few months.
For even fresher flavor, keep the cloves, black pepper and white pepper whole. Mix them in with the ground nutmeg, mace powder and cinnamon and store in a jar. You can then grind however much your recipe calls for when you need it.
For even fresher flavor, keep the cloves, black pepper and white pepper whole. Mix them in with the ground nutmeg, mace powder and cinnamon and store in a jar. You can then grind however much your recipe calls for when you need it.
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Despite its name, which means "four spices" in French, this blend never seems to keep strict count on the number of its ingredients. Quatre Epices can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. Often included in paté, forcemeat and sausage making, it is equally at home in gingerbread or cake, such as in this delicious French Quatre Epices Cake, as seen in Sunset Magazine.
Sherrie Hahn
Sherrie Hahn
