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.