Curry Powder

makes 1/2 cup

2 tablespoons cumin seeds

2 tablespoons cardamom seeds

2 tablespoons coriander seeds

1/4 cup ground turmeric

1 tablespoon dry mustard

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Preheat oven to 200°F.

Put the cumin, cardamom and coriander seeds into an enamel or glass baking dish and warm in the oven for 20 minutes.

Grind the ingredients in the blender on high speed or mortar and pestle until you have a smooth powder. Store in a tightly capped container, keep out of the light.