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beau monde spice

pattypeep — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 22:33:47 GMT

How important is this in a recipe? Can I just "make my own" by putting several spices together?

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jannabelle1 — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 23:27:41 GMT

IMO, Beau Monde is important if it's called for in a recipe. It's got a distinct aroma, and I doubt if you could duplicate it. It's not that difficult to find in the spice section of most grocery storess. I used it in other recipes some years ago and always liked the flavor it gave.

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sunshine45 — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 23:33:30 GMT

there are recipes online to duplicate it, but there are quite a few ingredients.

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pattypeep — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 23:57:12 GMT

@sunshine45 @jannabelle1 Thank you for your replies. I added it to my shopping list and will look for it tomorrow. I think I've seen it in the stores. Happy Holidays !!

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AuntG — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 00:29:00 GMT

There is just one recipe that I makes that calls for it. Veggie Pizza, the cold kind with raw vegetables over a cream cheese base.

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Kachina624 — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 05:52:09 GMT

My Wal-Mart doesn't have it. I guess you need a fancier store.

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withaK — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 17:47:26 GMT

There is a brand called Spice Islands (yellow label) that you can find in the supermarket. Target may have it as well. My cousin's wife used to make a dip in a bread bowl and used Beaumonde seasoning in the sour cream-mayo dip. It was awesome. I think she used a few other things as well maybe celery seeds or dill. The dip was so delicious that I practically made a meal of it.

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sabatini — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 18:24:02 GMT

Hi, @pattypeep. I think it'd be FINE to mix up your own! I often do that when I don't have something on hand.

I remember years ago when I needed curry powder, but had none. Until I looked it up, I'd no idea that there's really no such thing, and that it's a Western invention!

Kind of like Americanized Asian food.

Anyway, I just looked up 'Beau Monde' seasoning, and it appears that the spice company Spice Islands owns the trademark to the name.

"What is Beau Monde Seasoning?". wiseGEEK. Retrieved 6 January 2015

So, I'd say go for it & just make your own version!

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debic — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 23:53:34 GMT

Even tho it has more spices in it, I pretty much interchange it with celery salt.

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Mothertrucker — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 00:13:39 GMT

Only Spice Islands makes it..it is their proprietary mixture

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novamc1 — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 19:39:14 GMT

McCormick's Gourmet Herbes de Provence is another blend that could be duplicated, at least roughly, at home..........includes primarily rosemary, marjoram, thyme, savory plus possibly other ingredients not mentioned on the container.

The Spice Islands brand of Herbes de Provence does not list the specific spices but does say it contains lavender.

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Scriptpeeker — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:45:23 GMT

Personally, I think it is very important. Last year I was frantic as I had just a little left and none of the stores here had it. I searched online and decided on this recipe. Fortunately, I still had some original Beau Monde so I could taste, adjust until I was pleased. The ‘castor sugar’ is powdered sugar (in case you didn’t know). I included the note I made on my thoughts on original recipe. It takes very few ingredients.

Beau Monde Seasoning - Closer to the Real Thing!

★★★★★

Spice blends

Prep 2 mins ∙ Cook 0 mins ∙ Makes 2 1/2 ounces ∙ Source Food.com

Ingredients

2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons celery salt
1 tablespoon caster sugar or 1 tablespoon icing sugar
**tasted original and this recipe. This recipe is quite acceptable however I added about ¼ t. MORE of Onion Powder and Celery Salt, husband thought it needed it. Ether way, both good since Spice Island Beau Monde is quite difficult to find and also expensive!
Directions

Toss it in a jar with about 6 - 10 grains of rice if you live in a humid environment and plan on opening and shutting the jar a few times over a couple of months. Shake it up good, that's pretty much it.

Notes

Nutritional Info

Calories 38.3
Calories from Fat 0 1%
Total Fat 0.1 g 0%
Saturated Fat 0 g 0%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 4.1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.4 g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0.8 g 3%
Sugars 5.4 g 21%
Protein 0.6 g 1%

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pattypeep — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 18:55:26 GMT

@withaK wrote:
There is a brand called Spice Islands (yellow label) that you can find in the supermarket. Target may have it as well. My cousin's wife used to make a dip in a bread bowl and used Beaumonde seasoning in the sour cream-mayo dip. It was awesome. I think she used a few other things as well maybe celery seeds or dill. The dip was so delicious that I practically made a meal of it.

@withaK This is exactly the recipe I am making. LOL WalMart didn't have it, so tomorrow I am heading to Safeway or Albertsons.

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novamc1 — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 19:42:10 GMT

I especially noticed Beau Monde seasoning at Kroger's today, after seeing this thread. Beware........it's a very expensive concoction, so I guess you'd better decide how often you'll use it before it reaches an expiration date.

I toss out a huge amount of expired herbs and spices every year. I need to get that under better control!

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withaK — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 09:52:49 GMT

Me too.......NY Resolution !!!!! I think I may try to find five or six recipes that I want to try before I buy a new spice. That may keep me in check.....lol

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novamc1 — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 09:42:36 GMT

@pattypeep

For years, I've stored the official Spice Islands Beau Monde dip recipe in my collection, but I make a similar and very favorite one with ingredients that I can readily use in other dishes throughout the year. Both are posted below.

SPICE ISLANDS BEAU MONDE DIP

2/3 cup mayonnaise

2/3 cup sour cream

1 tablespoon chopped green onion

1 tablespoon Spice Islands Parsley Flakes

1/2 teaspoon Spice Islands Beau Monde Seasoning (yes, only 1/2 teaspoon of a very expensive ingredient!!)

1/2 teaspoon Spice Islands Dill Weed

Mix all, cover and chill at least 30 minutes to blend flavors. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

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Here's my favorite and often-served alternative, which I don't measure out exactly, but just prepare "to taste."........

Dill Weed and Onion Dip

Roughly half-and-half mayo and sour cream

Generous amount of dried onion flakes (which after a while will soften in the mix)

Generous amount of dried parsley and dried dill weed.

(I generally use McCormick's brand of dried onions, herbs and spices)

Salt & pepper

Mix all and refrigerate to blend flavors.

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NorthernLights — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 09:53:35 GMT

I will be honest and tell you it's not likely I will find beau monde pre-made, spice-wise in my area. I've thrown the dice and as a lot of you say it costs money to mix your own spices, so I've made garam marsala and it wasn't really something that I enjoyed more than a wet dog in front of a heater. But then again I am probably the worlds worst apprentice apothecary.

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missy1 — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 11:28:49 GMT

I have never heard of this spice, until now.