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O2BKALEBSMOM
11/27/07 3:31 P
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| I have a couple of spice mixtues I got at Sam's Club. One is the hidden valley ranch which is great mix with mashed potatos for something a little different. I also have a citrus seasoning blend that is great on chicken and fish. My favorite is a 6 pepper blend. I am trying to learn how to cook. I printed out some recipes and I can't wait to start cooking.
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KISSABLE68
11/27/07 7:39 A
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| I love using spices with heat in them...they are great for the blood circulation and helps with energy.
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GEORGIA1959
11/27/07 2:54 A
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| Dill is a herb not a spice.....but if we are talking about herbs....try oregano....great in salads.and BBQ marinades
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| My favorite spice is Dill. I put it in my salad and on baked chicken. I also use a lot of Tony's Cajun Seasoning. I use it on about 95% of my dishes.
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GEORGIA1959
11/20/07 6:18 A
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| I have lot's of spices in my pantry and fresh herbs I love them all.....
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ARCHITRAZ2181
11/19/07 2:31 P
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definitely help mouche - thanks for the advice!
anyone know anything about mushrooms as seasoning? i once had a box of asian spices that included mushrooms and roots and i had no idea what to do with anything.
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ARCHITRAZZ2181 I have never tried to dry my herbs, because I like to keep as much fresh as I can, I only have a small garden off of my patio. But if you want to start to grow them fresh, you could use large flower pot for rosemary, basil I even grow my peppers in pots, now the red peppers I do dry them out, I string them up and hang in a dark place. Hope this has helped. 
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ARCHITRAZ2181
11/19/07 2:05 P
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mouche
do you dry your herbs? how do you keep them? i would love to start doing that but i have a hungry cat who eats anything i try to grow indoors!
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| Just about everything, I have two shelves in my kitchen just for spices and their packed. I grow my own rosemary, basil, parsley, peppers,I love cooking with fresh herbs and it's much cheaper to grow them.
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AVOCADO140
11/18/07 8:43 P
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| Just about everything I cook starts with fresh garlic (it was a major crisis when my garlic press broke recently). Other than that, cumin, chili powder, and crushed red pepper are my favorites.
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MYSHARONANY
11/11/07 10:04 A
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Favorite spices. . .of course garlic. But also herbs de provence, cumin, rosemary, roasted garlic and red pepper (I think McCormick's makes it), spicy pepper mixture.
Mix and match. .its the spice of life :-)
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PRAISINGHIM4MT
8/2/07 2:07 P
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PRAISINGHIM4MT
8/2/07 2:06 P
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PRAISINGHIM4MT
8/2/07 2:06 P
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Would love that chili recipe with the cocoa....
oH & I LOVE LOVE LOVE garlic TOO!! I use a brand called Adobo or Adobe (my sister always laughs at me cos I call it one but it's the other..mexican blend of garlic & other spices.. I use that instead of garlic or in addition to if something calls for garlic..
I like Curry too, but my family doesn't so can't do too many things with that.
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WANNABESKINNY9
8/2/07 1:14 P
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| I guess I have to say I have never had "fresh" paprika! Will start to look for it
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This chicken recipe is great....
http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=56591
I too love to use lemon and limes in my recipes.
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ARCHITRAZ2181
8/2/07 12:20 P
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| i had the best chicken breast yesterday with some fresh lime, chili powder, garlic and onion powder, and adobe i think it's called. i'm getting into using citrus as a seasoning.
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MELISSAMS7924
8/2/07 12:02 P
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| What are some good spices to use to jazz up chicken? I'm getting a bit bored with plain chicken breasts.
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| When I wash, put them between damp paper towels & zip lock bags, they last 1 1/2 to 2 weeks in the frig. They stay fresh and are ready to use as soon as you need them. garlic I keep in the little jar that has holes for air circulation (garlic jar). I keep it next to the stove. I use a garlic press that minces the garlic and leaves the skins in the press. Easy to use since I don't have to peel them. Sometimes I have my husband or daughter press them if they are big pieces of garlic and I'm not doing well that day.
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ARCHITRAZ2181
8/2/07 11:18 A
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| How long can you keep fresh herbs in the fridge? Mine always wind up wilted and I don't want to use them after a few days - it feels like a waste of money. If I just leave them out and they dry, then I have homemade dried spices? I haven't really tried that either though...
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I also think that the fresher the better. I used to buy all the dried herbs. Now the grocery stores are giving us such wonderful varities of fruits, vegetables and herbs. I bring the vegetables and herbs home and clean them right away. The herbs I wash and package between damp papertowels and then put them in zip lock bags to keep them fresh. They all go into the frig and are ready for when I need them. Sometimes I have to sit down and rest in between cleaning but it makes life so much easier when I prepare meals during the week.
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WANNABESKINNY9 - I used to think the same way about paprika until I started getting my spices online and found there is a difference between "fresh" paprika and what all of us usually find in the grocery stores that may have been there a while.
It seems to be that way with alot of herbs and spices --- the fresher the better.
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WANNABESKINNY9
8/2/07 7:39 A
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| I never thought paprika had a "flavor" we always used it for "decoration"
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| garlic I would have to agree with everyone else
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SHININGSTAR1220
8/1/07 12:42 P
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Looking forward to putting cocoa powder in the chili. We're always experimenting with the flavor - curiour to see how this one goes over with the family!
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SHININGSTAR1220
8/1/07 12:35 P
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Never heard of smoky paprika - always thought paprika was what you sprinkled on deviled eggs - LOL. I'm looking forward to trying this on chicken - this will be a good alternative to barBq sauce.
Thanks!
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SHININGSTAR1220
8/1/07 12:31 P
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Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing is the best. I can' wait to buy some of these powder packets and try it on chicken and chops! I'm always looking for new ways to flavor food. I'm such a butterholic... something I struggle with constantly!
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ARCHITRAZ2181
7/31/07 10:15 A
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Flemishe - what's/ where's Penzey's? Is it a spice haven?
Does anyone know about drying fresh spices - do you have to do anything special?
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Garlic... I think I must use garlic in everything. Next would be basil.
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| I go to Penzey's when I can and try something new each time. It helps to broaden my "spice horizon".
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PCOLABEACHBUM
7/30/07 10:11 P
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| Garlic in almost everything, lots of fresh cilantro, and all curry dishes
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Hmm... let's see.. spiices AND herbs ?( I can't separate them..lol )
Garlic
Cinnamon
Curry
Bay Leaf
Onion
dill
those are probably the ones I grab the most
an oh ! ..My own spice blends for rubs on meat.
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NATWARRIOR
7/28/07 8:17 A
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| I also love chipotle in adobo sauce and garlic. I love turmeric, cinnamon and pepper.
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WANNABESKINNY9
7/24/07 4:56 P
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| MOST FAVORITE SPICES ARE CHIPOTLE CHILE PEPPERS IN ADOBO SAUCE, GARLIC= ANY FORM, FRESH IS BEST, AND CUMIN
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ARCHITRAZ2181
7/24/07 10:22 A
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| That ranch idea does sound good. My family loves using the Lipton's french onion dip mix in hamburgers and meatloafs etc. Haven't been making too many of those lately though.
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DJENSENAK
7/24/07 10:17 A
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| One of my favorite things to cook with that adds such great flavor is Hidden Valley Ranch powdered mix. I found a big jar of it rather than the small packets in Sam's Club and bought it, to make dressing with. Then as I incorporated more healthy ways of cooking, which means no butter, very small amounts of olive oil and cooking spray instead of other greases, I searched for ways to make my dishes more flavorful. In searching the spice cabinet, I saw my ranch powder and sprinkled it on a chicken breast as it cooked . It was SO good that I started sprinkling it on pork chops, steaks, seafood...all of it turned out fantastic! And the best part is it is only 5 calories a teaspoon! Give it a try if you are looking for a new flavor :)
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Fresh garlic (but even the jar or powder kind will do in a pinch)
Fresh ginger
Paprika
Cilantro
Kosher or Sea salt
Coarse ground pepper
Not exactly a spice, but a little citrus zest goes a long way too
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Fresh Garlic
Thyme on potatoes and veggies
Oregano
Fresh Basil-we grow it outside and put it on pasta and pizza, I can't believe I almost forgot it!
and McCormick (spelling?) makes a grinder with Italian seasoning in it....I use it on so many things. It's GREAT!
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| Garlic, Cumin, pepper, Onion powder, chili powder, Cholula hot sauce, parsley...haven't really met a spice I don't like to cook with
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| A pinch of Cajun Spice Mix goes in almost everything from eggs to casseroles soups stews stirfries sandwiches salads and pasta.
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KELLYS_JOURNEY
6/27/07 4:43 P
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| I add minced garlic to many dishes. My favorite herb is a combo of rosemary//garlic powder/pepper flakes.
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LINDSEYDAVIS
6/26/07 5:31 P
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| cilantro, cumin, basil, cloves, garlic
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INSATIABLE87
6/26/07 3:17 P
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fresh or dried thyme for chicken
fresh ground pepper on anything i cook!
fresh garlic or garlic powder if im desperate
cinnamon and nutmeg for sweet things =)
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Fresh: garlic, rosemary
Dried: Chili powder, paprika
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| I am Italian, and I like using garlic, oregano, and sweet basil. I little bit of cayenne pepper always put the icing on the cake.
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JWILKINSON
6/24/07 11:46 P
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| My favorite spice is smoky paprika - I use it in everything! It add a nice bbq smoky flavor to anything you cook. If you get it, make sure to get a good brand and replace it often as it can turn quickly!
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| Thanks for the info. I'll add some cocoa powder next time I make chili.
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SUMIJOWANNABE
6/24/07 5:57 P
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| Cumin makes everything (that's savory) taste better!
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MALEFICENT1964
6/24/07 5:24 P
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depending on how much cocoa you add, is how "mole"ish the sauce gets.
for a basic red chili that makes 8 servings or so- I'll probably add in a tbs or two of unsweetened cocoa powder, it really does a nice job of balancing out the heat of the cayenne pepper... it complements it well
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| My favorite spice is cinnamon! :) It's great on fruit or on toast...but I also use a bit in my stuffed green peppers. It really gives great pizzazz to tomato sauce. It's great in spaghetti sauce too. :) I also sprinkle a bit in my hot tea.
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ARCHITRAZ2181
6/22/07 12:58 P
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| does it take on a mole kinda flavor then? (coco in chili?)
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| Do you know how much cocoa powder you'd use for a family size pot of chili? Or if you have to add any other ingredient in ordert o even out the cocoa? Just wondering... I can't remember the details from so long ago.
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MALEFICENT1964
6/22/07 10:15 A
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| cocoa powder in chili is awesome... if you're using unsweetened chocolate it's not sweet and adds a bunch of flavor to tomato sauces..
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Love garlic, dill, black pepper. Fantastic on potatoes, pasta, and fish.
We also use a blend of chili powder, curry, salt (!) and pepper. It's awesome for pork loin.
I also use cinnamon in odd things because my mom always did - like spaghetti sauce and chili. Side note: at the deli I worked at as a teenage, my boss put cocoa (yes, chocolate) in the chili - it was awesome!
Montreal Steak seasoning is also fantastic!
Newly discovered
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ABCDEFG88PIANO
6/21/07 8:49 P
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I love fresh ground nutmeg. Also dill is something I use a lot. Rosemary has a great flavor which I love. I guess those are my favorites. Oh, and I use fresh ground black pepper on just about absolutely everything!
I just made yummy Tarragon Turkey Patties the other day. My husband, who's not crazy about ground turkey, really loved them. I got it from Taste of Home, here's the website: http://recipes.tasteofhome.com/eRMS/recp.aspx?recid=20611
I used homemade breadcrumbs and 1 real egg instead of the corn bread and egg substitute. Turned out fine.
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MYSHARONANY
6/19/07 8:45 P
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Garlic, garlic and more garlic. I don't even use salt!!
Another tasty one is Jane's Crazy Mixed-Up Pepper.
And I can't forget Cumin.
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FREAKINFAT
6/19/07 8:11 P
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| parsley and basil seem to be my fav if you go by how often I use it, but I am in love with curry so much so that I'd marry it if it owned a house and had a good job.
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MUSTANGSALLIE1
6/19/07 6:16 P
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| GARLIC, ONION AND ITALIAN SPICES
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| Cabela's store has their own jalapeno maple spice...mmmm in everything. I also like their pecan honey seasoning on everything. garlic is also a fav. I also like parsley, basil and chives.
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ATALANTA316
6/19/07 8:52 A
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| Roasted garlic, parsley (hugely underutilized in cooking), fennel, dill, fresh basil, mind (ditto), paprika, and this spice mix called Melange.
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MALEFICENT1964
6/18/07 1:17 P
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garlic garlic garlic
then depending on what i'm cooking
ground coriander and cumin
rosemary - nice with roasted potatoes or salmon
thyme - good on any veggie
cayenne pepper
dill - wonderful mixed into sour cream and on salmon
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ENSOLEILLE
6/18/07 9:47 A
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I love Chinese 5-spice, I sprinkle it on top of pork marinated in hoisin or teriyaki sauce (or both!) just before grilling it.
Tarragon when fresh has sort of a licorice taste to it...I've never used the dried herb, but sometimes I put fresh tarragon in salads for a different flavor.
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ARCHITRAZ2181
6/18/07 9:11 A
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| I always find myself adding way too many spices. It usually seems to taste pretty good, but I can't figure out how all these things taste different. I wind up with a lot of basil, oregano, garlic and onion powder kind of mixes. I bought some tarragon but I don't really know what to do with it.
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FLAUTISTA211
6/17/07 10:57 P
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| I'm a big fan of nutmeg . . . it goes really well in gratin-type dishes!
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Same here, my family's HUGE fans of garlic, we add it to just about everything.
One all-purpose one that goes great with just about anything is Mrs. Dash. I'm not sure if that's the entire name of it, but that's what I always call it. It's the one with the yellow cover. You definitely should try it!
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ARCHITRAZ2181
6/16/07 9:17 P
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Always been a big fan of garlic and lots of it.
Currently into chili powder and that Adobe spice mix.
How bout you?
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