Tofo (sp) Back to lurk mode. Big Ed I just received a big batch of spices from Penzeys, most of which I've never had before. I'd like to try them all out, to get a feel for what they taste like. Anybody got any recommendations for a neutral base that's easy to cook? I don't want to do something heavy like burgers, because I've got 22 difference spices to try! I'm thinking something like canned chick peas - just warm up a can, and do a few tablespoons of chick pea with each spice. But are there any other ways of taste-testing spices without making a meal out of them? thanks! eric