McCormick Pure Ground Black Pepper is an essential spice that is beloved around the world. A shake, spoon, or pour of this essential pantry staple delivers a sharp aroma and kick of earthy heat to an endless array of meals and recipes. Our ground black pepper always starts with premium, hand-harvested, whole peppercorns. When ground, the dark-brown-to-black, deep-set wrinkled peppercorns have a distinct peppery flavor that can be blended into almost any dish. Stir black pepper into soups and stews, sprinkle on omelets, salad, or vegetables, or rub on meat to season it before cooking. Black pepper mellows with cooking so keep black pepper on-hand to add a flavor pick-me-up wherever you need it.