Crush the nutmeg and cinnamon stick into pieces and add to a medium saucepan, along with allspice, cloves, cardamom and star anise. Cook over low heat until spices become aromatic and begin to lightly smoke. Remove from heat, toss, then repeat. Do this for three minutes to get the spices nice and toasted. Continue to toss/agitate the spices as you go, making sure to not burn.