Heawans Organic Whole Nutmeg 2 oz, Premium Grade USDA certified.

Nutmeg, (Myristica fragrans), tropical evergreen tree (family Myristicaceae) and the spice made of its seed. The tree is native to the Moluccas, or Spice Islands, of Indonesia and is principally cultivated there and in the West Indies. The spice nutmeg has a distinctive pungent fragrance and a warm slightly sweet taste; it is used to flavour many kinds of baked goods, confections, puddings, potatoes, meats, sausages, sauces, vegetables, and such beverages as eggnog. The fleshy arils surrounding the nutmeg seed are the source of the spice mace. Whole Nutmeg is the seed of a fruit produced by an evergreen tree. It is often used as an ingredient in many kinds of baked goods, puddings, meats, sauces, vegetables, and beverages as eggnog, mulled wine. Nutmeg seeds are dried gradually in the sun over a period of six to eight weeks. During this time the nutmeg shrinks away and the shell is then broken and the nutmegs a picked out. Nutmeg ground is more convenient than powder but to get 100% natural nutmeg powder, grind the nutmeg seeds then add to your recipe as desired. Essential oil and nutmeg butter are also products of ground nutmeg. It should freeze or not? The whole nutmeg will stay fresh indefinitely, but it should always be stored away from heat and moisture. If you use them occasionally, purchase each time whole nutmeg which is the best option. It will provide fresh, fragrant, and flavorful spice. Packaging: Heawans whole nutmeg ground available in two packages; 2 Ounce (Pack of 1) 4.5 Ounce (Pack of 1)