Allspice is the dried, unripened berry of the myrtle pepper tree, or pimento, which is native to Jamaica and much of Central America. The berries are briefly fermented, then sun-dried until brown.

Real ground allspice is one of those pantry staples that many home cooks think they know well. In reality, most people have never tasted the real thing. What most grocery stores sell as allspice is ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. whole allspice in a spoon on a wooden table - Codruta Istrati / 500px/Getty Images Adding spices to a recipe is like putting the ...

Despite what its name may suggest, allspice isn't a mix of spices, but a single spice derived from the unripe berry of the Pimenta dioica Myrtle tree. Allspice has a complex, savory-sweet flavor ...

The allspice adds a subtle warmth that complements the sweetness of the tomatoes and the earthiness of the peas. This stew is ...

Used in everything from fiery jerk chicken to spiced squash, allspice has long been a pantry staple. This unassuming brown powder encapsulates the flavor of several seasonings in one bottle, making it ...