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Pate Quatre Epices Recipe

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This quatre épices recipe, or four spices, is used to season everything, from soups to grilled chicken, in the French kitchen. This version uses cinnamon as a substitute for the more traditional ground ginger. The warm flavor of this spice blend is a perfect spice blend for pâté and terrines.

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Total Time: 2 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons ground white pepper
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon ground cloves

Preparation:

Stir the spices together and store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.

This pâté quatre épices recipe makes 5 tablespoons or slightly less than 1/3 cup of spice mixture.

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