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                   Quatre-Epices (French 4 Spice Blend)

Recipe By     : Jill Norman * Web File 4/97
Serving Size  : 0    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Mixes and Spices

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   5      tsp           black peppercorns
   2      tsp           grated nutmeg
   1      tsp           doves
   1      tsp           dried ginger

The standard French "four-spice" blend is based on pepper. It is  commonly 
used in charcuterie and in dishes that need long  simmering, such as stews. 
Sometimes cinnamon or allspice is used  in the blend.

Grind all the ingredients to a fine powder. In an airtight container,  the 
mixture will keep for 3-4 months. 

Source: Jill Norman "The Complete Book of Spices"   Viking Studio Books, 1991  
   ISBN 0-670-83437-8
The book is lavishly illustrated with full color photographs of the herbs and 
spices- whole, mixed, ground.



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