Spice It Up! Make Your Own Seasoning Blends by
Kim Danger
If you
like to cook, you’ve probably purchased a ready-made seasoning packet or
spice blend at one time or another. While they are a convenient way to
add some flavor to your recipes, they can be expensive. Did you know
that you can purchase bulk spices and make your own seasoning blends
right at home for the fraction of the price?
This article sponsored by:
Bulk spices
can be found at warehouse grocery stores or retailers such as Sam’s
Club. Stored in an airtight container, most seasoning blends will keep
for up to six months. And, in a decorative bottle or jar they can make a
fun gift for any gourmet!
Add savory, marjoram, dill, allspice and ginger according to your own
personal taste. The recipe above makes about 1 tablespoon, enough for 1
chicken dish.
Grind the coriander and fennel seeds with the bay leaf. Combine with
additional ingredients. Makes about 2 tablespoons.
BASIC RUB SPICE MIX
4 tablespoons paprika
1 ½ tablespoons cayenne
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons onion powder
3 tablespoons salt
1 ½ tablespoons oregano
1 ½ tablespoons thyme
Rub this blend on meats before grilling.
CREOLE SPICE BLEND
1 cup paprika
1 cup dried basil
1 cup dried thyme
1/2 cup cayenne
1/2 cup file gumbo
1/4 cup chili powder
Emeril's Essence
5 tablespoons sweet paprika
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup garlic powder
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons cayenne
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried thyme
A basic spice mixture used in dozens of Emeril Lagasse's recipes. Mix it
up and keep some on hand to "kick" any dish "up a notch!"
About the author: Kim Danger is a self-proclaimed thrifty mom and
owner/operator of the website
Mommysavers.com. She lives with her husband and daughter in Southern
Minnesota. Visit her website today for more thrifty ideas:
http://www.mommysavers.com
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