Mortar and Pestle Set - Doubled Sided Unpolished Granite Bowl 6 Inch, 2 Cup - Large end holds 16 ounces -  6 inch diameter bowl is the perfect multipurpose size for any kitchen. The heft of the granite also gives an added stability to the base making it a lot easier to use. Plus, granite doesn't rust or noticeably stain. It's a permanent tool. - Use your mortor to pulverize nuts, seeds, ginger root and garlic and make homemade salad dressing, sauces and condiments, such as fresh mustard, quacamole, pesto, salsa, chutneys and more. Widely used in pharmacies and apothecaries, your molcajete set will help you powder pills, for optimal ingestion. - Before You Use Your New Mortar and Pestle the First Time Just like a new dutch oven, you need to clean and season your new mortar and pestle. This process will clean out the stone dust that is inherently left during the manufacturing process. Wash it in clean water, without detergent and let it air dry. Roughly grind a small handful of white rice. Discard and repeat until the rice grinds white. It will take several grinds. Next, add 4 cloves of garlic, then mash and muddle it together. Add 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper to the garlic. Grind it all together, enjoy the smells, and discard. Wash it again in clean water, without soap, and air dry. - Offers Welcome