Name: Ras El Hanout
Yield: Makes about 2 1/2 tablespoons
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground mace; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon crushed saffron threads

Literally "top of the shop," ras el hanout is a Moroccan spice blend that can contain more than 20 ingredients. This streamlined version includes the main spices of the traditional mixture.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 2 1/2 tablespoons

Ingredients

2 teaspoons ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground ginger

3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground mace

1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon crushed saffron threads

Preparation

Mix all ingredients in small bowl. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)

TagsNorth African African Cinnamon Herbs & Spices Nutmeg Dinner Lunch Nut Free Gluten Free Dairy Free Vegan Vegetarian Make Ahead Bon Appétit

Recipe notes

Whole Lemon Bars

Using two entire lemons—pith, skin, and all—cranks up the citrus flavor in this classic dessert.

The Only Frittata Recipe You’ll Ever Need

Keep this easy frittata recipe on hand for quick breakfasts, impressive brunches, and fridge clean-out meals.

Golden Mushroom Soup With Orzo & a Pat of Butter

This is the type of soup that, at first glance, might seem a little…unexciting. But you’re underestimating the power of mushrooms, which do the heavy lifting.