Looking to cook something new? Give our Spice of the Month Club a try with a free sample of the spice, recipes for a main course and smaller dish or dessert to fit your needs or diet, and learn a little about the spice.

Spice of the Month kits can be picked up the first through the seventh of the month during the Library's open hours at our Morgan Memorial and North Suffolk locations. Kits available on a first come, first served basis. No registration required.

June: Chinese 5 Spice

Commonly used in Chinese cooking, Five Spice Powder consists of star anise, fennel, cloves, Chinese cinnamon and Sichuan pepper. The five spices represent the traditional Chinese elements and flavors. It is used as a rub for meats, in soups and stews and even desserts.

May: Chives

July: Bay Leaf

August: White Pepper