To keep spices together so they can be removed from a saucepan or kettle, place them on several thicknesses of cheesecloth (can be purchased at stores that have paint supplies/hardware sections or fabric stores) that has been cut into a 3-inch square. Tie with kitchen string to form a bag.
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