Top 10 Herbs and Spices - ABC News

Salt & Pepper -- Really, these should be counted as one spice because they go together like PB&J, cheese and crackers, mustard and ketchup... Cayenne -- Great for adding heat and color to just about any dish, cayenne pepper tastes great on everything. Try it on sautéed veggies or give your hot chocolate a Mexican makeover by adding a dash of cayenne. Use cayenne sparingly though because it is HOT. Nutmeg -- This earthy spice is great in sweet and savory dishes. A must for homemade macaroni and cheese