Friends, I have a small problem. First it started with this nice spice rack, which soon filled up. Then, as you can see, I spread out all over the counter with other spices.
Then, I cleaned out one of the drawers, and quickly filled that with more spices. Was that enough, you ask?
No! I needed a whole entire second drawer! Over all, I think I have 3 kinds of smoked salt, 4 varieties of paprika, 4 different types of black pepper, many obscure spices I brought home from India, all the usual spices, and the list just goes on.
What happens is that I hear about some great spice or I see some spice on the shelf at the Japanese grocery store, and I just cannot resist it. But, then I get home, and truth be told, I don't really know what to do with it. Or, I use it in that one recipe that inspired me to buy it... and now it just sits there. So! This year year, for VeganMoFo, I am going to be featuring a different spice from my collection every single day. I can't wait! Problem solved!
I love that idea! I can't wait to see how you use everything. Although, from the looks of your haul, you might need to use two or three every day! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited for this! You do have an extensive collection. :)
ReplyDeleteLove it! Can't wait to follow you through your spice collection... your grande finale should be an organized spice drawer or two. ;)
ReplyDeleteHey Amey -- love this idea. I have so many odd spices that I have seldom used and I'm excited that I will have a reason to explore them!
ReplyDeletegreat idea! you're so creative!
ReplyDeleteand wow, you have a lot of spices!
Nice idea!
ReplyDeleteThat will be fun!
ReplyDeleteYou spice whore, you. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! Our spice drawer at home has overflown to our kitchen counter, so I can definitely relate. Happy MoFoing!
ReplyDeleteLove this idea - Very creative and a super fun way to clean out the pantry! And I wonder if you will end up cooking dishes from just as many countries than you did last time around. It would be a fun comparison to see what happens.
ReplyDelete:-) jen e.
Great theme. I was waiting to see what you would do this year! I'll be lucky to blog every day, but I'm gonna try. I'll definitely be following yours!
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You have the best mofo themes! I look forward to reading about your spices, as I have a similar problem at home. No smoked salt for me yet though, I'm keeping an eye out cause I know I'd love it.
ReplyDeleteyour drawers are full just like mine...that's the joy of being a vegan...there's never enough spices.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what you do with all of those spices. Genius MoFo theme!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant idea! I should show my dad these pictures, hes always saying I have too many spices...
ReplyDeleteHa! I'm glad I'm not the only one with a serious spatial spice situation. :P Can't wait for your posts!
ReplyDeleteHaha, I can completely relate. We've turned over an entire cupboard to spices.
ReplyDeleteYour situation is alllll too familiar. But I'm so excited, you have already done two spices that I don't have in my drawer! Best MoFo idea ever!
ReplyDeleteI was doing the same thing but I found some great shelves and jars at Ikea and now my spices are organised!
ReplyDeleteMy spice situation is the same! They are all over the kitchen. I even have a built in spice cabinet made! Totally filled up and now spices are everywhere again. I kind of dig it though. :)
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Ha! I am so there with you. This is such a great theme!
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