Monday, July 21, 2008

About Nutmeg




Capture the essence of the holidays with Watkins pure ground Nutmeg. The intoxicating aroma enhances traditions like eggnog, custard, hot drinks, spiced cookies and baked goods.

Use in:

* Baked goods
* Eggnogs
* Custards
* Cheese, egg, fish and poultry dishes
* Whipped cream topping
* Doughnuts
* Fruits
* Boiled vegetables
* Cream soups
* Ice cream
* Sweet potatoes
* Hot Milk
* Sweet doughs
* Muffins
* Cakes
* Frostings
* Applesauce
* Crêpes
* Beef
* Ham
* Sausages

Did You Know?

* Nutmeg comes from the seed of a peach like fruit of an evergreen tree that is native to Moluccas, or Spice Islands.
* Nutmeg is one of the oldest spices; it has been cultivated for over 1,000 years.
* Grenada is known as 'The Nutmeg Isle' because of the amount of nutmeg that is cultivated each year.
* Connecticut is known as the Nutmeg State.


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