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Nutmeg

usgb/ˈnʌtmeɡ/Volume
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Culinary Spice

Used mainly to enhance flavor in sweet and savory dishes, notably in holiday recipes.

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Nutmeg is a key ingredient in pumpkin pie.
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Small Amounts

It's potent, so recipes often require just a small amount, like a 'pinch' or 'dash'.

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Just a dash of nutmeg can elevate your béchamel sauce.
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Fresh vs. Ground

Available both ground and as a whole seed; fresher flavor when grated directly from the seed.

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Freshly grated nutmeg is more aromatic than the pre-ground spice.
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