"Omelet" > wrote in message
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> "Jinx Minx" > wrote:
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>> "Omelet" > wrote in message
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>> > In article >,
>> > George > wrote:
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>> >> Also true of anything with aromatics. Only process the amount you need
>> >> at the time.
>> >
>> > So I should consider buying more whole seeds?
>> > I'll give that a try, thanks!
>> > --
>> > Peace! Om
>> >
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>> > Only Irish coffee provides in a single glass all four essential food
>> > groups: alcohol, caffeine, sugar and fat. --Alex Levine
>>
>> If you really want to do Indian food *well*, then yes! Invest in whole
>> seeds then grind them as needed, when needed. It really takes no more
>> extra
>> time and the end result is just so much better than using shelf stale
>> pre-ground stuff.
>>
>> Jinx
>
> Thanks! I bought some ground Cumin, and some whole Cumin seeds. I
> really do want to taste the difference.
>
> The bulk Fenugreek seeds are not expensive so I can get more, but I'll
> follow Koko's advice and freeze what I powdered Friday.
>
> The difference between the bulk and jarred herbs is rather drastic. For
> instance, the dried dill weed (jar) I purchased ages ago was $5.00. I
> bought enough bulk dill for the same price to re-fill the jar 5 times.
> ;-)
>
> I love dill weed on fish, shrimp and many vegetables.
> --
> Peace! Om
>
> Web Albums: <http://picasaweb.google.com/OMPOmelet>
> Only Irish coffee provides in a single glass all four essential food
> groups: alcohol, caffeine, sugar and fat. --Alex Levine

I'm sure there are food co-op type groceries near you. Those are often the
best places to get bulk, whole seed spices for very cheap. Keep them in the
fridge or freezer as well to keep them fresher longer. The freshly ground
cumin will really perk up your Mexican dishes as well. A little will go a
long way. YUM!

Jinx