Bulk Spices….a Hidden Treasure

by raleigh, August 2, 2009 | Permalink

How many times have you found a new recipe that made your mouth water by just reading it? Determined to create this culinary masterpiece, you head to our store, list in hand, ready to get everything that you need to embark on this tasty adventure.

You notice that there are some ingredients on your list that you don’t have in your pantry and that you have never used before. Turmeric? Dry mustard? Fenugreek??! In the spice aisle, you may start to have some doubts about whether you can afford to try this new dish!

This is where one of the true gems of the store come into play. Tucked up in Whole Body, facing the back of the store with the sports bars, stands the bulk herb shelf. Here you will find a plethora of spices, mixes, and herbs so that you can get just as much (or as little) as you want. Do you need a teaspoon of dill seed? A tablespoon of crushed red pepper? A sprinkling of taco seasoning? You can find it here, and pay for just that small amount. It also ensures that your spices will be at the height of their flavor when you throw it into your new dish.

And how often do we really use fenugreek?