Find the freshest spices you’ve got the option to.

Youll get more flavor from fresher spices, so stop by your local store that specialize in bulk spices.

If you dont have a spice store near you, try searching online.

Toast your spices to coax even more flavor from them.

Toast them in a skillet for 1-2 minutes.

When they start to brown, remove them from the heat.

Grind them up as finely as possible.

Use a spice grinder (or coffee grinder) to break the spices down into a fine powder.

Your results should be a uniform texture with no clumps.

Get the most from your spice blend by using it within three months.

Write the expiration date on the bottle so you know when you should use it up by.

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