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Default Cardamom replacement question

In article . com>,
"denise~*" > wrote:

> sandi wrote:
> > Hi all
> >
> > I have a recipe that calls for 1 tsp. of Cardmom.
> > Went to the store and lo & behold, NO cardamom. What can I use as
> > a substitute?
> >
> > Thank you.

>
> Ohh, and like someone else mentioned, if you find it, be prepared to
> spend a pretty penny, but it's so worth it!
>
> Cardamom Cherry Bread
>
> Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
> -------- ------------ --------------------------------
> 1 Stick Butter -- Softened
> 3/4 C Granulated Sugar
> 2 Eggs -- Beaten
> 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract
> 1 3/4 C King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
> 1/2 Tbsp Cardamom
> 1/2 Tsp Salt
> 1 Tbsp Baking Powder
> 1 C Fresh Pitted Cherries -- (or 1/2 lb unpitted
> cherries)



There's really no substitute. However, it might work to use nutmeg,
allspice or mace. It won't taste the same, but it might be good.

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Dan Abel

Petaluma, California, USA