Thought for Food

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons Szechuan peppercorns (or you can substitute other peppercorns)
• 4 tablespoons whole cloves
• 4 tablespoons broken cinnamon sticks
• 4 tablespoons fennel seed
• 12 whole star anise

Directions:

1. Place all the ingredients in a dry non-stick fry pan and toast lightly over medium heat.
2. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Place in spice grinder and pulse until finely ground. You may need to grind in batches.
4. Store in an air-tight container in a cool, dark place.