Allspice is comprised of dried, dark brown berries of an evergreen tree. Its flavor is similar to clove, but smoother and mellower, with undertones of cinnamon and nutmeg. It is also called pimento. Used as a spice, Allspice finds application in marinades...view more
Allspice is comprised of dried, dark brown berries of an evergreen tree. Its flavor is similar to clove, but smoother and mellower, with undertones of cinnamon and nutmeg. It is also called pimento. Used as a spice, Allspice finds application in marinades, stocks, stews, pickled foods, curries, fruit/spice cakes, preserves, and relishes. view less
Anise Seed is comprised of small, gray-brown seeds of a plant in the parsley family. It has a licorice-like flavor, and its oil is thus used heavily in licorice flavoring. Used as a spice, Anise Seed also finds application in liqueurs, candy, breads, frui...view more
Anise Seed is comprised of small, gray-brown seeds of a plant in the parsley family. It has a licorice-like flavor, and its oil is thus used heavily in licorice flavoring. Used as a spice, Anise Seed also finds application in liqueurs, candy, breads, fruits desserts, sauces, cakes, cookies, and meat dishes. view less
Basil is comprised of bright green leaves of an herb in the mint family. It is especially well-suited for tomato-flavored products. Used as a spice, it finds application in Chartreuse liqueur, salads, vegetable soups, spaghetti sauces, pizza, and other I...view more
Basil is comprised of bright green leaves of an herb in the mint family. It is especially well-suited for tomato-flavored products. Used as a spice, it finds application in Chartreuse liqueur, salads, vegetable soups, spaghetti sauces, pizza, and other Italian cuisine. view less
Bay Leaves are large, olive-green leaves of the sweet bay or laurel tree. It has a pungent scent and is commonly used in its original, whole-leaf form. Used as an aromatic, it finds application in marinades, soups, stews, pickles, sauces, meat, and fish.
Celery Seed is the fruit of the wild celery plant. It has a strong flavor and thus is used sparingly. Used as spice, it finds application in salad dressings, potato salad, pickles, vegetables, fish, roasts, soups, croquettes, and canapé mixtures.
Chervil is comprised of lacy, fern-like leaves of a plant in the parsley family. It is similar to parsley in flavor but is sweeter and more aromatic. It has an anise-like fragrance with a slight pepper note. Used as a spice, it finds application in fresh ...view more
Chervil is comprised of lacy, fern-like leaves of a plant in the parsley family. It is similar to parsley in flavor but is sweeter and more aromatic. It has an anise-like fragrance with a slight pepper note. Used as a spice, it finds application in fresh salads, sauces, vinegar, omelets, and cottage/cream cheeses. view less
Chili Pepper is comprised of large, mildly pungent pods of California-type peppers. It has a slightly spicy flavor and aroma. Used as a spice, it finds application in a variety of recipes where heat is desirable.
Chives are tubular green leaves and a member of the onion family. It has a mild onion flavor and finds application in sour cream, soups, salads, vegetable dishes, eggs, cottage cheese, dips, and garnishes.
Cilantro is comprised of the green leaves of the coriander plant, a member of the parsley family. It has a strong exotic flavor, which is parsley-like with an almost citric taste. Used as a spice, it finds application in Mexican foods, salsa, picante, Ind...view more
Cilantro is comprised of the green leaves of the coriander plant, a member of the parsley family. It has a strong exotic flavor, which is parsley-like with an almost citric taste. Used as a spice, it finds application in Mexican foods, salsa, picante, Indian chutney, and curry. view less
Cumin is comprised of small, elongated, yellowish-brown seeds of a plant in the parsley family. It has a strong flavor which tends to dominate foods. It is used as a spice and is essential in chili powder and curries.
Dill Seed is comprised of small, oval-shaped, tan seeds of the dill weed plant. It has a mild aroma similar to caraway. Used as a spice, it finds application in meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dips, pickles, stews, soups, salads, sauces, dressings, breads, ...view more
Dill Seed is comprised of small, oval-shaped, tan seeds of the dill weed plant. It has a mild aroma similar to caraway. Used as a spice, it finds application in meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dips, pickles, stews, soups, salads, sauces, dressings, breads, and egg dishes. view less
Dill Weed is comprised of the green, feathery leaves of the dill plant. It has a mild aroma similar to caraway. Used as a spice, it finds application in meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dips, pickles, stews, soups, salads, sauces, dressings, breads, and egg ...view more
Dill Weed is comprised of the green, feathery leaves of the dill plant. It has a mild aroma similar to caraway. Used as a spice, it finds application in meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dips, pickles, stews, soups, salads, sauces, dressings, breads, and egg dishes. view less
Fennel is a small, yellowish-brown, watermelon-shaped seed and a member of the parsley family. It has an anise-like flavor. It is the distinctive note in hot and sweet Italian sausages. Used as a spice, it finds application in sweet pickles, poultry, live...view more
Fennel is a small, yellowish-brown, watermelon-shaped seed and a member of the parsley family. It has an anise-like flavor. It is the distinctive note in hot and sweet Italian sausages. Used as a spice, it finds application in sweet pickles, poultry, liver, veal, pork, spaghetti sauce, and sausages. view less
Fenugreek is comprised of very small, reddish-brown seeds and is a member of the pea family. It has a pleasantly bitter flavor and curry-like aroma. Used as a spice, it is essential in the formation of curry powders and is the basis for imitation maple.
Marjoram is comprised of grayish-green leaves and is a member of the mint family. It is a cousin of oregano with a milder, sweeter flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in stews, soups, stuffing, lamb, vegetables, and cottage cheese. It loses flav...view more
Marjoram is comprised of grayish-green leaves and is a member of the mint family. It is a cousin of oregano with a milder, sweeter flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in stews, soups, stuffing, lamb, vegetables, and cottage cheese. It loses flavor in cooking and must be added last. view less
Mustard is comprised of tiny, yellow or brownish seeds and is a member of the cabbage family. Yellow or white seeds have a sharp bit, but no aromatic pungency, while brown sees are aromatically pungent as well as biting. Used as a spice, it finds applicat...view more
Mustard is comprised of tiny, yellow or brownish seeds and is a member of the cabbage family. Yellow or white seeds have a sharp bit, but no aromatic pungency, while brown sees are aromatically pungent as well as biting. Used as a spice, it finds application in pickling, relishes, salads, casseroles, vegetables, and meats. view less
Nutmeg is the brown seed of the fruit of an evergreen tree. It has a warm, sweet, and spicy flavor. Used as a spice, it finds applications in baked goods, puddings, sauces, soups, beverages, fish, and vegetables.
Paprika is milled in powder form from the flesh of pods of certain capsicum plants. Its flavor ranges from sweet and mild to mildly pungent. Used as a spice, it finds applications in Spanish and Hungarian dishes, sausages, and goulash.
Parsley is comprised of bright green leaves of the parsley plant. Flat leaf parsley is mild but enhances the flavor of most non-sweet foods. Curl leaf parsley is used for garnish. Used as a spice, it finds applications in sauces, butter blends, soups, egg...view more
Parsley is comprised of bright green leaves of the parsley plant. Flat leaf parsley is mild but enhances the flavor of most non-sweet foods. Curl leaf parsley is used for garnish. Used as a spice, it finds applications in sauces, butter blends, soups, eggs, fish, seafood, meat, and fowl and enhances the flavor of most non-sweet foods. view less
Peppercorn-Black is comprised of dried, mature berries of a tropical vine. It has medium heat and is used mainly for various forms of ground pepper. As a spice, it has numerous applications including sauces, soups, meat, poultry, and seafood.
Peppercorn-Green is comprised of dried, immature berries of a tropical vine. It is picked while green, resulting in a more mild flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in whole peppercorn blends.
Peppercorn-Pink is comprised of dried red berries of a shrub-like evergreen. It has no relation to black pepper and its proper term is rose baises. Used as a spice, it is normally found in whole peppercorn blends.
Peppercorn-White is a light tan-colored seed of the pepper berry, from which the dark outer husk is removed. This product contains the heat of black peppercorn but not the total bouquet. It is used in gravies, soups, sauces, and in recipes where light col...view more
Peppercorn-White is a light tan-colored seed of the pepper berry, from which the dark outer husk is removed. This product contains the heat of black peppercorn but not the total bouquet. It is used in gravies, soups, sauces, and in recipes where light color is important. view less
Red Pepper is comprised of the dried fruit (pods) of various small, hot peppers. Red pepper is the current industry designation for any ground red pepper and is ground from the hottest chilies. Used as a spice, it gives heat to vegetables, meats, fish, eg...view more
Red Pepper is comprised of the dried fruit (pods) of various small, hot peppers. Red pepper is the current industry designation for any ground red pepper and is ground from the hottest chilies. Used as a spice, it gives heat to vegetables, meats, fish, eggs, gravies, and sauces. view less
Saffron is comprised of dried flower stigmas of a member of the crocus family. It is the most expensive spice, and its aroma and flavor cannot be duplicated. Used as a spice, it finds applications in cakes, bouillabaisse, stews, sauces, and rice dishes. S...view more
Saffron is comprised of dried flower stigmas of a member of the crocus family. It is the most expensive spice, and its aroma and flavor cannot be duplicated. Used as a spice, it finds applications in cakes, bouillabaisse, stews, sauces, and rice dishes. Saffron imparts a deep yellow color. view less
Sage is comprised of long, slender leaves that become silver-gray when dried. Belonging to the mint family, it has a medicinal, minty flavor. Used as a spice, it finds applications in meats, stuffing, sausages, fish, salad dressings, and soups.
Tarragon is comprised of slender, dark-green leaves of a member of the aster family. It has a distinct flavor, which has a hint of anise. Used as a spice, it finds application most commonly in vinegar, but also in chicken, seafood, tartar, sauces, and sea...view more
Tarragon is comprised of slender, dark-green leaves of a member of the aster family. It has a distinct flavor, which has a hint of anise. Used as a spice, it finds application most commonly in vinegar, but also in chicken, seafood, tartar, sauces, and seafood. view less
Thyme is comprised of grayish, green leaves of a member of the mint family. It is an especially strong herb, which has a fresh, slightly minty flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in Clam chowder and other soups, sauces, stuffing, stews, meat, fi...view more
Thyme is comprised of grayish, green leaves of a member of the mint family. It is an especially strong herb, which has a fresh, slightly minty flavor. Used as a spice, it finds application in Clam chowder and other soups, sauces, stuffing, stews, meat, fish, poultry, and tomato dishes. view less
Turmeric is comprised of orange-colored roots of a member of the ginger family. It has a slightly bitter and dry taste and imparts a golden coloration. Used as spice, it finds applications in curries, mustard, potatoes, rice, chicken, and eggs.
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