Cloves

« Back to Glossary IndexCloves are the dried flower buds of the clove tree, which is native to Indonesia. They have a strong, sweet, and aromatic flavor and are commonly used as a spice in cooking and baking. Cloves are often used in savory dishes such as stews, curries, and marinades, as well as in sweet dishes such as cakes, cookies, and fruit desserts. They are also used in pickling and preserving. Cloves are available whole or ground and are a common ingredient in many spice blends, such as garam masala and pumpkin pie spice.« Back to Glossary Index