Five Spice Powder

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons whole star anise (about 10)
• 1 tablespoon Szechwan peppercorns
• 1 stick cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons fennel seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves

How to Prepare:
Place all ingredients in a saute pan over medium heat and dry-roast, shakingpan often, until they give off an aroma, about 5 minutes.Transfer to a mortar or a clean coffee grinder and grind to a powder. Storein an airtight container.Makes about 1/4 cup.