Originating from the nutmeg tree – its iconic smell instantly brings to mind sweet mulled cider or a festive eggnog tipple at Christmas.
A popular choice in baking recipes all year round – not only due to its wonderfully sweet flavour, but also the depth it gives dishes by cutting through rich ingredients, whether stirred into a creamy cheese sauce or baked into a cheesecake. In savoury cooking, try using it to add a further layer of flavour to a Caribbean curry or to enhance root vegetables like pumpkins and squash.