Make Your Own Seasoning Mixes

Guest Author - Sandy Moyer

1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. marjoram
1 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. rosemary
1/2 tsp. sage

Preparation -
Mix all the ingredients together until well blended.

1 T finely ground bay leaves
2 tsp. celery salt
1-1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1 tsp. black pepper
3/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. ground red pepper
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. ground cardamom (optional)

Preparation -
Mix all the ingredients together in an electric food chopper/grinder or in a food processor. Process until very well blended. Store in an airtight container.

Taco Seasoning Mix

This recipe makes an amount equal to 1 packet taco seasoning mix

1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1-1/2 tsp. instant beef bouillon granules
1 T. dried minced onion
1/8 tsp. dried minced garlic
1/4 tsp. salt

Preparation -
Combine all the ingredients and mix until well blended.

To season hamburger for tacos, etc.... Mix 1 lb. hamburger, 1 cup hot water and the taco seasoning mix together in a skillet. Saute the hamburger until browned; drain off any fat. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and hot water. Bring to a low boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

RSVP International 12-bottle Spice Rack

This countertop spice rack sits at an angle so you can easily reach for the spice that you need. It comes with twelve 3-oz. glass bottles with screw-on chrome lids, plus 12 plastic shaker inserts and a generous supply of spice labels.