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The session then transitions into drying various herbs and peppers for future use. The narrator examines dried peppers—Cayenne and other hot varieties—for their dryness and crush-ability, intending to grind them into powder form for homemade spice blends.
Utilizing a mortar and pestle, the narrator crushes some peppers, emphasizing the importance of growing one's own herbs for flavor and preservation. The dried spices are stored in containers, ready to be used in cooking. The plan for the next season includes expanding herb cultivation to supply friends and family with homemade, fresh spices.