3 tb Coriander seeds

2 tb Cumin seeds

2 tb Tumeric

1 tb Mustard seeds

2 1/2 ts Fennel seeds

8 Pods cardamon seeds

8 Cloves

1 1/2 ts Ground ginger

1 1/2 ts Black peppercorns

1/4 ts Freshly grated nutmeg

1/4 ts Cayenne

In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Spread mixture out on a jelly roll pan and toast in a preheated 250 degree F oven for 20 minutes. Let cool to room temperature. Pulverize the spice mixture in batches with an electric spice or coffee grinder and strain it through a sieve into a bowl. The curry powder will keep six months in a tightly sealed jar in a cool dark place. Use to season soups and stews. Makes about 1/2 cups. Recipe: Chuck Ozburn in Pok, New York