topic Re: spices in Recipes

spices

bargainsgirl — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 15:37:37 GMT

How often do you replace your spices and where do you buy them?

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deb5555 — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 15:39:48 GMT

Only replace when they are empty, buy them at sams club at a great price.

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deepwaterdotter — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 15:41:51 GMT

Buy fresh spices at Penzey's when spices in my cabinet smell like they have lost their aroma.

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henderson — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 15:41:51 GMT

Not as often as I should. I like Spice House (they have a website). Free shipping in their flatpacks.

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coconut1818 — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 15:47:08 GMT

I order most spices from Penzy's and in my opinion it's worth it. I go through most things before having to worry about it, but I have some that are several years old. I always smell and taste the older ones beforehand. I highly recommend Penzey's Ruth Ann's Muskego Ave Chicken and Fish Seasoning. It's also great on pork, vegetables and salads. It's a combination of salt, black pepper, garlic, lemon peel and onion. I go through it so fast last time I ordered two bags! Maybe it was just me but one ttime I ranout of onion powder so I bought some at the grocery store, nope! I noticed the difference. If you buy enough they offer free shipping.

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Still Raining — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 16:01:45 GMT

If you put the bought date on the bottom, you can track them.

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IamMrsG — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 16:04:48 GMT

@Still Raining As I take the spice jar off the grocery shelf to drop into my cart, I write that day's date on the label. I've done this for years, and not just with spices.

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Sweetbay magnolia — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 16:10:31 GMT

Replace as needed; try to buy so I use them up pretty quickly (it depends on the product how long I think that is but I'm always checking and using).

Penzeys, for sure. And if you like buttermilk ranch dressing, their blend is excellent. Savory and refreshing on a crispy greens salad - yummy with added meat or cheese or egg, too.

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QVCkitty1 — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 16:41:05 GMT

@deepwaterdotter wrote:
Buy fresh spices at Penzey's when spices in my cabinet smell like they have lost their aroma.

Same here.

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TaylorBrown — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 16:44:06 GMT

For seasonings that I use all the time, I get them at Sams. For other ones that I rarely use, when they run out I just get more atWal-mart.I

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godi — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 17:59:11 GMT

Penzys spices. I replace every year or so.

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software — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 18:15:54 GMT

I just cleaned out my spices, probably tossed about half of them.

I do write the date with a sharpie when a new one goes in my cabinet.

Although I don't cook much anymore, I use a lot of spices & they get used up pretty regularly. I only buy spices that I use, I don't buy a spice for just one recipe then never use it again.

I just treat it like anything in my pantry. When I see anything that's been around for a while & hasn't been used, it gets tossed. I don't have a lot of storage area.

There's a Penzey's store about 10 miles from me, I've been a couple of times, I do love the store. The lady that runs it is so nice. Mr Penzey is certifiable but if we were to know the head of all corporations like we know him, we would never buy anything. He's only harming himself, he's no danger to my lifestyle.

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RedTop — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 21:04:30 GMT

My spices are from the grocery store. I write the purchase date on each before putting them in the spice drawer.

Common spices like cumin, basil, oregano, cinnamon, cloves, chili powders, paprika, get used up within about 8 months. The less commonly used ones like bay leaves, ground mustard, poultry seasoning, rosemary, thyme, are replaced after 2 years.

I don’t buy turmeric or pickling spices these days, as I only used them when I made home canned pickles and relish. I don’t buy spices like coriander, cilantro, or curry, as I don’t cook the foods requiring them.

My girls are really bad to buy an expensive spice to make one interesting recipe, that they never like, which is just pure waste to me.

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deepwaterdotter — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 21:09:17 GMT

@RedTop I freeze my bay leaves in a vacuum-sealed plastic storage bag to keep them flavorful for as long as possible. It seems to work for me.

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ECBG — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 21:16:35 GMT

I get most of my spices at Sams unless the grocery store is having a big sale, then the price evens out. I keep them in the freezer.

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DiAnne — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 23:50:16 GMT

I purchase my spices from Penzey's. I love the fact I can get the small size in any spice. The only larger sizes I buy are cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder and cinnamon. They have a spice called Pico Fruta that is delicious sprinkled over fresh melon. I use a lot of spices.

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sfnative — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 23:50:27 GMT

Purchase Spice Islands, only - same as Alex G. on Food Network, though have been purchasing that brand for decades. Always wait for a sale.

Will not purchase Penzy's. Do not agree with..........

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deepwaterdotter — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 00:16:36 GMT

@sfnative wrote:
Purchase Spice Islands, only - same as Alex G. on Food Network, though have been purchasing that brand for decades. Always wait for a sale.

Will not purchase Penzy's. Do not agree with..........

I bought a jar of Spice Islands ground ginger when I had a $1.00 off coupon. I find it to be every bit as tasty as my usual Penzey ginger.

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proudlyfromNJ — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 00:16:40 GMT

@sfnative wrote:
Purchase Spice Islands, only - same as Alex G. on Food Network, though have been purchasing that brand for decades. Always wait for a sale.

Will not purchase Penzy's. Do not agree with..........

@sfnative Lol! That’s exactly why I purchase Penzy’s! Very important.

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IamMrsG — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 02:56:19 GMT

Not to veer off topic, but I buy whole spices whenever possible, then grind or grate as needed.