Oriental Five Spice powder

2 tablespoons anise seeds

2 tablespoons fennel

4½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

1½ teaspoons pepper

¾ teaspoon ground cloves 

In a blender container, place anise and fennel seeds, cinnamon, pepper and cloves; cover. Blend on high speed for about 1 minute or until all spices are powdered. Store in a tightly covered jar in a cool, dry place.

Use to season uncooked meat, especially pork and poultry not more than ½ teaspoon per pound of meat.