Plus, how to substitute if you’re out. Whether making a dry rub for barbecue or warming up a batch of mulled cider for a holiday spread, you'll find plenty of reasons to use allspice in the kitchen.

Cut the meat to size and season with salt and pepper. If using whole spices, grind the allspice berries and cloves in a mortar and pestle or spice grinder. In a heavy based saucepan, add half the ...