Penzey's must-haves?

Deb, I'm sure you know this but this statement from your OP bothers me "I have cabinets full of spice mixes/rubs . . ." Ground spices and herb leaves and seeds keep 1 year.

Gayle,
Thanks for worrying about me. The 1 year limit is for peak flavor and whole spices can keep longer than that. There is nothing dangerous in keeping any spices/herbs/leaves longer. If I get great smell out of crushing spices/rubs, I know they are still good to go. But your point is well-taken- I also need to go through my cabinet and pitch some.

Deb

Okay, Deb, I thought I was talking to the choir, but the statement kept nagging at me.