On Sat 12 Mar 2005 08:14:38a, Ginny Sher wrote in rec.food.cooking:

> I'm thinking of making some corned beef and using Sheldon's recipe.
> Since I've never tried any recipe which calls for pickling, I need
> some help on the amount of spices to use for his recipe. I know it
> will depend on portion. Are "pickling spices" from my local
> supermarket OK to use?

Nothing wrong with supermarket pickling spices as long as they're fresh and
sealed. I've used both Spice Islands and McCormick's premium brand.

As to the amount, a lot of it is simply personal taste. I like a fairly
strong flavor, so i would probably use at least 1 tablespoon.

HTH

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Wayne Boatwright
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