On 12/27/2011 10:41 PM, Jerry Avins wrote:

> Peppercorns and poppy seeds are too hard for that technique. For
> pepper, I use a tall brass mortar deeper tan it is wide, and I still
> need a cover to keep the pepper from scattering. I use the plastic top
> of a coffee can with a hole in it for the pestle. It works like a
> charm.

Great idea, Jerry!