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Mace

   
mace Origin: Grenada, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Indonesia
Description: Mace is the lacy covering around the outer shell of the nutmeg nut. It is a brilliant scarlet when harvested but changes to reddish orange after drying. It is strongly aromatic, with a warm and slightly musky flavor.
Applications:

The warm, spicy-sweet taste of mace is a frequent seasoning for baked goods and desserts. Some say mace is what makes doughnuts taste like doughnuts. Mace will enhance meats, stews and sauces as well. 

  Recipes:

Tasso Ham
Vintage Pumpkin Cheesecake

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