nutmeg
Nutmeg contains manganese, iron, and magnesium in small quantities. It is traditionally valued in herbal medicine for purported digestive and anti-inflammatory properties, though typical culinary quantities provide minimal nutritional impact.
About
Nutmeg is the seed of the Myristica fragrans tree, native to the Banda Islands of Indonesia, now cultivated throughout tropical regions including Grenada, India, and the West Indies. The seed is encased within a hard shell and surrounded by a red, lacy covering (the mace). Nutmeg has a warm, slightly sweet, and faintly woody flavor profile with subtle peppery and earthy undertones. The spice contains the essential oil myristicin, which contributes to its distinctive aromatic and warming properties. Quality varies by origin, with Indonesian and Grenadian nutmeg considered among the finest.
Whole nutmeg seeds maintain potency longer than pre-ground preparations, which lose volatile oils upon exposure to air and light.
Culinary Uses
Nutmeg is used extensively across European, American, Indian, and Middle Eastern cuisines. It serves as a key component in savory applications such as béchamel sauce, cream soups, and spiced vegetables, particularly root vegetables and spinach. In sweet applications, nutmeg seasons baked goods, custards, rice pudding, and beverages including eggnog and mulled wine. A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg enhances gratins, cheese dishes, and meat-based preparations including sausages and forcemeats. The spice is often paired with mace, cloves, cinnamon, and allspice in traditional spice blends. Judicious use is essential; excessive nutmeg imparts medicinal or unpleasant notes.
Recipes Using nutmeg (511)
Peach or Nectarine Buttermilk Ice Cream
Peach or Nectarine Buttermilk Ice Cream from the Recidemia collection
Peach Sauce
Use on ice cream, or French Toast
Peachy Ham Slice
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Morgan Estate in Austin, Texas in 1982.
Pear chutney
is served as a side dish for many Indian foods. It can be mild to extra hot depending on the individual preference.
Pecan and Butter Pretzel Coffee Cake
Pecan and Butter Pretzel Coffee Cake from the Recidemia collection
Pecan Rice Stuffing I
Makes 12 servings
Perfect Apple Pie
Perfect Apple Pie from the Recidemia collection
Perkedel
Perkedel (potato croquette filled with beef meat) is Indonesian side dish that is originated from dutch food's frikandel. But Indonesia's perkedel is different from Dutch's frikandel.
Persian Spinach and Black-Eyed Peas
Sabzi
Persimmon Cookies
Moist cake-like cookie full of nuts and raisins. This is modified from an old Mennonite Cookbook recipe from 1948.
Pfeffernusse
Literally translated as "peppernuts", these small, crisp, pepper (spice) cookies are a family treat at Christmas. While some recipes call for black or white pepper, this recipe does not.
Pfeffernüße
right|Pfeffernüße
Pfeffernusse Crescents
Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/Catsrecipes/ Catsrecipes Y-Group] * Makes 5 dozen cook
Phil's Bacon Spanikopita
Phil's Bacon Spanikopita from the Recidemia collection
Pice Bach
Welsh Cakes
Pig's Feet Stew
Pig's Feet Stew from the Recidemia collection
Pineapple Carrot Coffee Ring
Pineapple Carrot Coffee Ring from the Recidemia collection
Pineapple Tidbits
Pineapple Tidbits from the Recidemia collection
Polish Raisin Scones
Polish Raisin Scones
Pomegranate Chicken or Duck
Pomegranate Chicken or Duck from the Recidemia collection
Ponche de Creme
- This seasonal beverage is usually enjoyed as a cocktail at Christmastime. It is similar to eggnog.
Potato Croquettes
Potato Croquettes
Potato Dumplings
right|Potato Dumplings Serves: 4
Potato Pound
Potato Pound from the Recidemia collection
Potato Pudding
Cuisine of the United Kingdom A recipe from Cornwall, England.
Poulet Rôti à la Creole
Poulet Rôti à la Creole from the Recidemia collection
Praline-topped Yams
Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/Catsrecipes/ Catsrecipes Y-Group] * Source: my old rec
Pryor Estate Pumpkin Pancakes
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Pryor estate in Grapevine, Texas in 1996.
Pumpkin Bars I
Pumpkin Bars I from the Recidemia collection
Pumpkin Bread I
Fruit & Vegetable Recipes II by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
Pumpkin Bread II
American cuisine | Midwestern cuisine | Breakfast Cuisine | Vegetarian Cuisine | Holiday Recipes | B
Pumpkin Bread III
American cuisine Native American cuisine Breakfast cuisine vegetarian cuisine Holiday Recipes b
Pumpkin Cheesecake Torte
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Pumpkin Custard
Pumpkin Custard from the Recidemia collection
Pumpking and Rice Soup
Makes 6 servings
Pumpkin Muffins
[http://www.metrokc.gov/HEALTH/nutrition/recipes/pumpkinmuffins.htm Pumpkin Muffins] from the Seattl
Pumpkin Pancakes I
Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2Sam and Tiny at [http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Healthy_Recipes_
Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is a traditional American dessert.
Pumpkin Pie I
Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie squares
Pumpkin pie squares from the Recidemia collection
Pumpkin Scones
We have two versions of , one savory and one sweet.
Pumpkin Soup with curry
Pumpkin Soup with curry from the Recidemia collection
Puncha-crema
Purple Plum Pie
Purple Plum Pie from the Recidemia collection
Quiche
A is a baked, unsweetened custard pie, often made with savory fillings.
Quiche
A is a baked, unsweetened custard pie, often made with savory fillings.
Quick Corn Bread
This recipe also may be used for muffins.
Quick Peach Cobber
Quick Peach Cobber from the Recidemia collection
Rahmschnitzel
Traditionally made with veal, schnitzel recipe can also be made with boneless pork loin or chicken breasts pounded into cutlets. The addition of the cream sauce makes it a rahmschnitzel. Serve with Spätzle and German Style Red Cabbage.
Raisin Bars
Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/World_Recipes/ World Recipes Y-Group] * Yield: 16 Serv