Garam Masala

Directions

1. 1
   Place a small nonstick saute pan over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add the mace and dry-roast until fragrant.
3. 3
   Transfer to a bowl.
4. 4
   One spice at a time, dry-roast the cinnamon, cloves, green cardamom, black cardamom, bay leaves, cumin, and peppercorns, and transfer to the bowl.
5. 5
   Set aside to cool completely.
6. 6
   Transfer to a spice grinder and grind to a fine powder.
7. 7
   Add the grated nutmeg.
8. 8
   Store in an airtight container.