Rolls: Add caraway seed to batter, or sprinkle dill seed on top.

Waffles: Add a dash of allspice and cinnamon--great with syrup.

Corn bread: Mix rosemary in batter for delightful flavor.

Biscuits: Add mustard and thyme to dry ingredients.

Date muffins: Spice up batter with a dash of pumpkin pumpkin-pie spice.

Sweet bread: Add a pinch of saffron to hot liquid. Soak 10 minutes; strain. Add to flour mixture as usual.

Dumplings: Mix parsley flakes in the batter.

Scones: Season with allspice or poppy seed and serve with honey.

Blueberry muffins: Add a dash of nutmeg to the dry ingredients.

Coffeecake: Mix anise in the batter--just enough to taste.

Garlic bread: Spread slices with butter and garlic salt. Wrap; heat.

Croutons: Toss toasted bread cubes with melted butter seasoned with onion salt, basil, and marjoram. Serve with soup.

Doughnuts: Add mace to dry ingredients; after frying, roll in cinnamon sugar for a spicy treat.

Cinnamon toast: Dip in egg, milk; fry. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.

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