Here’s Why You Should Use Whole Spices

Whole and ground spices
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Spices are an essential part of every dish because they are a treat for our taste buds and they add flavor and nutrients to our food. If you’re planning on updating your spice collection this fall, here are a few reasons why you should always choose whole spices over ground ones.

They Last Longer

Most ground spices will start losing their flavor and aroma after about six months, while whole spices have a much longer shelf life and can stay fresh for up to three or four years.

Better Flavor

Using quality spices for cooking is a simple way to elevate your dishes to a whole new level. The fact that they’re freshly ground means that whole spices will add more flavor and aroma to food.

Save Money

Whole spices are usually much cheaper than ground spices and since they have a longer shelf life you’re practically saving money by buying whole spices.

Decoration

Keeping whole spice in your pantry will help you prepare tasty dishes in no time, but remember that some of these spices can double as food décor as well. Fall is the perfect season to use cinnamon, cloves, ginger, or star anise for decorating your food.