Nutmeg

Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans

Other Names: noix muscade, pala

Nutmeg is a seed commonly used with cinnamon in baked goods. Nutmeg, the aromatic spice, carries a distinctively pungent fragrance and imparts a warm, slightly sweet taste. It finds application in flavoring a diverse array of culinary creations, including baked goods, confections, puddings, potatoes, meats, sausages, sauces, vegetables, and beverages like eggnog.