Mixed Spice (British Recipe for the US/Canada and Recipes to Use it)
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Mixed Spice (British Recipe for the US/Canada and Recipes to Use it)
Description
The recipe for Mixed Spice gathers seven dried spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, coriander, ginger, allspice, mace, and ground cloves—in measured quantities to create a well-rounded blend. Mixing these spices thoroughly and storing the mixture in a sealed glass container preserves their fragrance and potency.
This spice blend is commonly used in British recipes to add warmth and distinctive flavor to cakes, puddings, and other baked goods. It differs notably from pumpkin spice, so substituting one for the other is not recommended due to their distinct flavor profiles.
By preparing this blend at home, cooks can control freshness and adjust proportions slightly to suit personal taste, enhancing traditional recipes requiring mixed spice.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tsp Coriander dried spice
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp allspice
- ½ tsp mace
- ½ tsp cloves ground
Instructions
- Mix all the spices together and place in a glass jar or container.
- Keep sealed in a sealed container in a dry place.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1small jar
Amount Per Serving
Calories 57 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 57kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 126mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 36IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.