Comments on: A Lesson in Nutmeg

By: Trudi

Trudi — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 02:20:21 +0000

I was also wondering the actual shelf life of the nut of a nutmeg. I had just purchased another bag of whole nutmeg and wondered about the expiration or decreased flavor of the nuts. The older ones look slightly more shriveled. Does that mean it has lost it’s freshness or any of the flavor? Please let me know. Thanks so much.

By: San

San — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:02:15 +0000

Mmmmm I think my favourite thing about fresh nutmeg (besides the obvious wonderful flavor) is the smell it has. The ground stuff doesn’t even smell like the fresh does.

I’m wondering now too how long it should be stored, I think I’ve had mine for quite a long time now… It still smells and tastes wonderful so I’m not too worried but it would be good to know

By: DeAnne

DeAnne — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:29:42 +0000

I first experienced whole nutmeg during a last minute Thanksgiving Day grocery store run, never again will I ever buy it ground. I feel in love with the aroma and was delighted by the appearance of the nuts. I’ve ruined a few manicures (user error) but it matters not, someone gave me a grinder with nutmeg – not the same. whole nutmeg is wonderful. . .

any tips on grating cinnamon sticks? I tried that for the first time and it takes forever!

By: Jaina

Jaina — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:50:39 +0000

Sounds like I need to go shopping…

By: EAT!

EAT! — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:49:43 +0000

Once I tried grating my own nutmeg, I could never go back to the ground variety. I love my zester for all my grating neesds!!

By: SpiceLady

SpiceLady — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 03:57:50 +0000

What are your thoughts about Dried Ginger versus Fresh Ginger? My farmer’s market had some beautiful Ginger this weekend – and I’m dying to find a great recipe for it! It’s colorful and moist — not like grocery-store leather looking fresh ginger. Any recipe ideas?

Thanks for the tip on nutmeg! I personally have never liked Nutmeg. But I have only had dried ground Nutmeg – not FRESH Nutmeg. You’ve convinced me to give Nutmeg another chance – fresh this time ’round. Thanks!

By: Mike

Mike — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 15:12:10 +0000

I have a shameful confession: I use pre-ground nutmeg (and canned chicken stock while I’m at it). I have no good excuse really. I’ve added whole nutmeg to this week’s groceries. But I’m still doing the chicken stock, lol!

By: cyndi

cyndi — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:16:31 +0000

Thanks to you I purchased my first nutmeg seeds today!

By: robin @ caviar and codfish

robin @ caviar and codfish — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:36:14 +0000

I say YES to fresh nutmeg!!! (Sorry, I’m in a bit of a political mood) YES WE CAN grate our nutmeg!!

By: Holly

Holly — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:39:50 +0000

Amen, sister! Freshly ground nutmeg is the only way to go. It’s so easy — that’s no excuse! It smells and tastes incredible! I’ve found that the nutmeg seeds/nuts last a really long time.