Nutmeg

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What is Nutmeg?

Nutmeg is native to the Spice Islands. The nutmeg is the seedpod of the tropical evergreen Myristica fragrans (nutmeg tree). When the nutmeg fruit is first picked it is coated in a yellow web-like membrane which is also dried and sold as a spice called mace, or mace blades.

Substitute For Nutmeg

Don't have nutmeg? Here are the best substitutes:

You can always substitute ground nutmeg for nutmeg freshly ground from a pod but the flavor won't be quite as pungent.
OR - Per teaspoon needed you can use ground mace
OR - Use the same amount of ground allspice
OR - If you have a jar of pumpkin pie spice you can use equal amounts of that to replace nutmeg.

Equivalents

1 whole nutmeg pod = 2 tsp grated

metric conversions →

European Spices

Nutmeg Products

Nutmeg is sold whole and ground but the ground nutmeg loses flavor quickly. Nutmeg is best freshly ground. The earthy-sweet flavor is used in baked goods, vegetables, custards and drinks . A whole nutmeg will store for at least a year. Grate fresh nutmeg with a fine grater. Nutmeg is not a nut.

Nutrition Information For Nutmeg

Serving Size

1 tbsp

Calories

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 3g

Saturated Fat 2g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 1mg

Potassium

25g

Total Carbohydrate 3g

Dietary Fiber 1g

10%

Sugars 2g

Protein 0g

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Nutmeg Recipes

Cabot Sharp Cheddar Fondue
Cabot Sharp Cheddar Fondue recipes features Cabot cheddar cheese, white wine, bay leaves and a touch of nutmeg. Serve this with crusty bread, soft or hard pretzels or even tortilla chips. I love to dip raw cauliflower in cheese fondue.
KaasDoop (South-Holland Cheese Dip)
KaasDoop translated into English means "Cheese Dip" but is a type of fondue. This version of KaasDoop is from Holland's mid-west province of South-Holland.
California Wild Rice and Pumpkin Gratin
This hearty pumpkin gratin is a typical dish served in the cold regions of Provence. It’s a delicious compliment to lamb.
Sauteed Fuji Apple Tart
This Sauteed Fuji Apple Tart makes an amazing sophisticated and impressive dessert. While there are several steps the cook time is only about 30 minutes and uses frozen puff pastry. Sinful but heavenly!
Dauphinoise potatoes with Timson Cheese
Potatoes are sliced then covered with butter, cream and Timson cheese. If you don't have Timson cheese you can substitute Gouda. A rich side dish.

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