Ingredients
1 tablespoon cardamom seeds
1 cinnamon stick, 2 inches long
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, preferably black
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1/4 medium nutmeg seed
Preparation
Place all of the ingredients in a clean electric coffee grinder. Turn machine on, and process until the spices have been finely ground, 30 to 40 seconds. Transfer to a small airtight container, and store in a cool, dark place.