Ground Anise Seeds

After researching various ras el hanout blends, I created my own version. I recommend investing in a tajine and exploring North African cuisine!

Pfeffernuesse means pepper nuts. My husband and I became responsible for making these cookies for the family when we offered a batch made with fresh spices from The Spice House....

The non-specific amounts in this recipe are because each Ethiopian cook has her own variation of this basic spice blend. Feel free to vary amounts to your own taste.

This is a variation on a family recipe for traditional brownies. The combination of cinnamon, anise, and cayenne pepper gives these brownies a somewhat Mexican flavor. The brownies are halfway...