"Lynn from Fargo Ografmorffig" > wrote in message
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On Sep 5, 10:03 pm, "Theron" > wrote:
> If you'd hunt down a good Indian market in your area you'd find you could
> have purchased the spices you bought for about 10-15% of what you paid at
> Penzey's.
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Gloria,
Penzey's makes the BEST curry blends in the world Especially for
folks who haven't cooked a lot of Indian food. I started with small
jars of Sweet Curry Blend, ground coriander, ground cardamom, and
Maharajah Blend. The Maharajah is the most expensive but buy a little
one because that's the one you go to when you just want a hint of
mystery. Theron is right about the Indian markets. If you get the
right one (fast turnover/fresh stuff) you can save a mint on SOME
spices. Penzey's French Basil is utterly wonderful. Get some next
time!
Lynn in Fargo

Our favorite Indian Cookbook is Julie Sahni's "Classic Indian Cooking"
http://www.amazon.com/Classic-Indian.../dp/0688037216 She
guides you through classic Indian dishes with the same skill and charm that
Julia Child had. You don't see curry powder as an ingredient in her recipes.
Curry powder is a mixture of spices, and in general you combine spices to
make your own "curry powder". Presumably curries were dishes created by the
Indians in the 19th century to coddle the British palate. At least that's
always been my understanding.

Cheers,

Ed, thinking about Tandoori Chicken and leftover "Butter Chicken".
http://www.videojug.com/search?keywo...indian-recipes