Ras El Hanout (Moroccan Spice Mix)

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon allspice berry
• 1 whole nutmeg
• 20 Spanish saffron threads
• 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
• 1 three-inch cinnamon stick
• 2 teaspoons cardamom seeds
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground mace
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

Directions

1. 1

   Put all the whole spices in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat and toast for 3-5 minutes stirring constantly. Your kitchen should start smelling wonderful!

2. 2

   Remove from heat and cool.

3. 3

   Grind the ingredients to a fine powder,using a mortar and pestle or a grinder,.

4. 4

   Sift to remove any unground bits.

5. 5

   Place in a tightly sealed container and store in a cool, dark place, or in the freezer.