Did you know that the shelf life of a ground spice is roughly 6 months? Six months! Even with as often as I cook, the bulk of my spice collection dates back to before I moved to Dallas in 2008. Which probably means that my collection is in dire need of a makeover. If your spice situation is anything like mine, then you’ll be pleased as punch to find out that the winner of this giveaway will receive 26 spices from Spices, Inc.!
To enter, simply leave a comment below letting me know your favorite spice between now and 8PM CST on Sunday, March 17th. I’ll announce and contact the winner first thing on Monday, March 18th. Easy peasy!
The Spice Collection, sponsored by Cooking Planit, includes:
For additional chances to win, please check out any or all of the lovely blogs listed below:
2013 COOKING PLANIT SPICE GIVEAWAY |
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I have to say cumin does wonders and can be used through a variety of cuisine. It’s so versatile and adds a great earthy, smokey flavor to dishes.
If I had to pick a *star* I would choose saffron. Though, I’m very careful cooking with it as I don’t want to accidentally screw up a recipe and waste such an expensive spice!
Red pepper flakes! Also, I had no idea the shelf life of spices was 6 months. Yikes!
My favorite spice is Garlic powder. And I’m pretty sure every spice I own is expired if they only last 6 months! I better win Kristin!! Make it happen. 🙂
The spice that is top of mind for me lately (a.k.a. I’m obsessed with) is Indian curry. Even though it’s a mixture of spices. I’ve been putting it on everything from grilled chicken to sweet potato fries with avocado!
Yum.
red chili flakes on EVERYTHING. And smoked paprika really takes things up a notch! xo
Cinnamon is my favorite spice. It’s so versatile!
I can’t live without basil. I add it to everything. I haven’t tried it in my morning cereal yet but there is always tomorrow.
I think I use garlic powder and cayenne or red pepper flakes the most. LOVE the Tex Mex and Texas BBQ! 🙂
Cayenne pepper gets pretty heavy rotation in my place. However, if not limited to a single spice, I would say a nice Chili powder blend.
Probably salt — I use it the most. Cardamom is great, too.
Red Pepper Flakes…and I’m all out right now!
Hello there old roomie! My favorite spice would have to be celery seed. Random I know. I make a dressing with it that I just love.
I seem to use cumin a lot, and it packs a pretty big punch. It can totally change the overall taste of a dish, which is powerful, but it is such a great addition to so many things!
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My favorite is that sugary chili one we used on the sweet potatoes when I visited you!!!
I immediately thought of cumin because I love the flavor, but I go through a lot of red pepper flakes and cinnamon, too.
I think rosemary might be on the top of my list. For someone with limited cullinary skills like me, it’s pretty accesible…and delicious!
I’m quite fond of cumin and fresh ground pepper.
I love the heat of Peri Peri Pepper.
My favorite is cinnamon.
Smoked black pepper.
Basil is my favorite and most used spice.
Salt
Cinnamon and cumin! Together, separate, I love them!
I’ve not found a spice that I don’t like, but if I have to choose, rosemary will be my favorite!
Hi, my favorite spice is oregano!
Cumin and Tumeric are my favorite!
Saigon cinnamon sounds so good!
I love nutmeg!
Cajun seasoning for me.
Cumin, basil, garlic… too many good ones. But I’ll pick cumin for now because I’ve been using it a lot lately.
I’m going to pick coriander, and ground cloves. Love them both!
Mine would have to be cinnamon. Not that I ever cook 🙂
Tough choice: Staples def include… New lemongrass curry from Spiceroutes DT St. Pete, classic garlic powder, chilli pepper flakes for heat, AND cumin because hummus ain’t hummus without cumin 🙂
I’m going to be boring and say cinnamon…although in the last couple of years, I’ve really gotten into using the red pepper flakes. Man, those make a pizza that much better!
Cayenne pepper!!!!!
rosemary, thyme, and mint are current faves. Clearly, I’m thinking about all the fresh summer cocktails I’ll be able to drink once I get this baby out of me!!
ground ginger!!!
Cinnamon is my favorite spice!
I love ginger – ginger tea, ginger candy, ginger cookies… you name it. If it is something ginger, there’s a good change I like it.
Thyme, thyme! Nver enough thyme – it’s crazy sometimes how lavish I am with that stuff.
Ginger- all time favorite followed by turmeric 🙂
I lurve me some tarragon! It’s a new fav. Lemon tarragon chicken, butter tarragon grilled corn, fresh salad dressings, etc!
My all time would be basil.
Ground yellow mustard… I know it’s a random choice, but it’s my little kick of flavor/secret ingredient that I use in a lot of different recipes:) That’s a great mix of spices that you’re giving away, by the way!
I use an unnatural amount of garlic powder.
Definitely Garlic.
Basil!
My favorite spice is smoked paprika. Its used all the time in good Portuguese and Spanish cooking, especially with pork. Adds good smoky flavor to any dish though.
Garlic!
Season all and lemon pepper!
Saigon Cinnamon is the fav, if I have to chaoose one.
Obviously they are all different……
Definitely Basil, it’s not overpowering but yet provides that extra ump!
Basil! It makes everything better!
my favorite spice is nutmeg
Tumeric – nice color and healthy too.
My favorite spice is basil.
Really loving Sweet Basil right now!
Basil! One of the few I know how to use:)
My favorite spice is epazote. Thank you for the giveaway!
Garlic powder alllll the way!!
Onion Powder! No crying in the kitchen!
Black pepper is my favorite! I use it on nearly everything!
Cayenne! Don’t know what I would do without it!
I love cinnamon. I use it all the time. But my husband insists I also love garlic & onion powder – far too much for his liking!
My favorite spice is Cayenne Pepper!
Zing!
I love cumin
My all-time favorite spice is garlic powder but I am starting to open up to onion powder lately.
I have to say that tarragon is pretty incredible.
Thanks! I love cumin lately!!! YUM in so many things. All time fav – garlic powder though.
Ginger Root Powder…helps with nausea. I use it in baked treats for friends who are pregnant or are going through chemo.
My favorite is garlic powder.
I love using fresh cilantro! Brings out a great flavor in my homemade salsas!
My favorite spice is definitely dill! I just love the flavor so much!
My entire house would agree that cayenne pepper is the best. Even my dog eats it straight from the jar!
My favorite spice is rosemary!! It makes everything so yummy 🙂
Can’t cook without garlic.
Thanks for the contest.
After much deliberation, and actually going and just trying spices, I could not cook without Pepper. But, I just love the taste of Rosemary, tis’ the tastiest spice ! Good call Deanna W – I actually had some Rosemary bread from Whole Foods, and it was a treat!
~Yall All Have a Good Day!~
One of my favorites is cumin.
Cinnamon! I love the way it makes my kitchen smell – like a warm hug.
My favorite spice is cinnamon.
Gosh I have so many favorites but my new favorite is turmeric not only for it’s taste but for is wonderful health qualities. I am so glad my nephew Tyler sent me your link! Who knew that spices only last for 6 months!
Pepper. It’s basic, but things just aren’t right without it.
I love spices and it’s sure hard to pick one favorite but I’d have to say I use fresh cracked black pepper the most for savory dishes and cinnamon for sweet ones.
I would have to say cinnamon. I go through ridiculous amounts in everything from cookies to chili.
My favorite spice is Basil.
My favorite spice is cayenne pepper heat and smoke rolled up into one
My favorite is basil.. mmm!!!
my favorite spice is nutmeg!
I love cinnamon
Garlic powder & garlic salt. Love the flavor of garlic!!
My favorite spice is definitely Saigon Cinnamon! I seriously put cinnamon on everything!
Cinnamon!
I love adding fresh rosemary to a dish! Whether its chicken, fish, rice, vegetables, cocktails, or anything really, rosemary adds a little something extra. Plus it is very easy to grow, even in our hot Texas climate.