Heres what you gotta know about this spice!

Nutmeg is one of these special spices.

Nutmeg vs. Mace

The Myristica fragrans tree offers more than just one aromatic spice.

Whole and ground nutmeg on a wood serving platter

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Like nutmeg, it can be bought whole or ground.

Whole Nutmeg vs.

Ground Nutmeg

Whole or ground, nutmeg tastes nutty, warm, and slightly sweet.

Pile of ground nutmeg next to three whole nutmegs

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Its reminiscent of clove and tobacco and can even have subtle citrusy notes.

What Does Nutmeg Taste Like?

Nutmeg is a warm spice with slightly nutty, sweet, woody flavors.

Whole nutmeg vs ground nutmeg

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Its quite aromatic and can is generally best used in small amountsusually no more than one teaspoon.

Properly stored, whole nutmeg seeds will last longer than ground nutmeg, up to four years.

Nutmeg Substitutes

The best substitute for nutmeg is, unsurprisingly, mace.

Whole nutmeg next to a microplane grater

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You could also usecinnamon, just use half as much as called for in the recipe.

Here are some of our favorite recipes with nutmeg!

Pile of ground nutmeg on a wood serving platter

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