Botanical Name: Pimento officinalis The chief use is as a spice and condiment: the berries are added to curry powder and also to mulled wine. It is popular as a warming cordial, of a sweet odor and grateful aromatic taste.
Applesauce Cookies
Combine softened butter, brown sugar, and egg. Stir in applesauce, flour, baking powder, allspice, raisins, and chopped nuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until light brown.
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