I pinched the list of herbs and spices from the Internet and tweaked it to my satisfaction. A good list to have when cooking an unfamiliar dish, or for...
I love Creole cooking and I like to make different seasonings for different recipes. I put this one together primarily for seafood; especially, shrimp....
Instead of cornmeal, flour, breadcrumbs or panko, this Low-Carb version gives the CRUNCH and flavor instead of the carbs. Keto-Friendly! I also use it...
In the South, we have a tradition of ushering recipes from era to era and family to family. Secret sauces are passed down from generation to generation....
Pumpkin pie spice is an amazing blend of fall spices. Just the aroma makes you think of pumpkin pie, but the spice blend has now become so popular it is...
After dining at a family-owned Mexican restaurant, I realized just how nasty envelopes of taco seasoning actually were and I never bought them again. It's...
I use chili spice mixes in a lot of recipes; however, this is the mix that I like to use when making a nice pot of chili. And, as I pen these words, we...
I finally decided to measure out and publish my all purpose dredging breadcrumb/flour mix for frying. I usually guess at the amounts and make the amount...
This is a spicy version of a South-of-the-Border chili spice mix. It gets its heat from the ancho chili powder, and the cayenne. In addition, I use a hot...
I wanted a really easy way to fix fish, so I came up with this recipe. Just mix it up and store in your pantry. Season fish, then either bake or grill....
I have 2 recipes for homemade taco seasoning. I call this one my Master Mix because this is the one I use the most and usually make a large batch of it....
This tasty Lamb Rub combines flavorful herbs and spices into a Mediterranean-inspired lamb seasoning that is out of this world! Your lamb will never be...
The original recipe I have is in a family cookbook compiled by my great-aunt Lillian years ago. This particular recipe is one that was actually in my great-grandmother...
Best on meats that cook for long periods over low heat, since sugar in rub can burn at high heat. Use on brisket, ribs or leg of lamb. Also good during...
This seasoning can be used for Blackened Fish, Blackened Steak, or Blackened Chicken Breast. When cooking a blackened recipe, always use a heavy cast iron...
This simple spaghetti seasoning mix is the secret ingredient you didn't know you needed to elevate your pasta dinners! Good for more than spaghetti,...
Chef Donald Link of New Orleans restaurants Cochon and Herbsaint, shared this recipe as part of a special Mardi Gras celebration he created for Epicurious....
This uses dry spices, whereas the "real deal" is made by drying, roasting, pounding and grinding. For the ground chili, use dried (preferably a hotter...
I was just a kid when I got this out of a magazine; it was in Women's Day or Family Circle one of those and this is the first BBQ Sauce I ever made. I...
I just put a mess of beef short ribs in the fridge for an overnight dry brine. Then, I am going to rub them this spice mix, and throw them into the smoker,...
This is a great taco seasoning, because not only does it allow you control the heat; in addition, you get to control the sodium. Most store-bought taco...
This is a homemade mix so you do not have to buy store bought gravy mixes and you can control what is in your gravy. This stores for quite a while in the...
This Creole seasoning blend is great for adding flavor to rice, meats, soups, stews, or anything that needs a flavor boost. It also makes a great gift...
This traditional English spice mixture is also referred to as pudding spice or cake spice, and is frequently used in holiday foods. Its closest relative...
Do not confuse this with adobo sauce; this is a dry spice seasoning. Use it as a dry rub on chicken, pork, or fish to add an additional depth of flavor....
I like to make my own mixes from herbs and spices I have on hand so I don't have to buy several expensive containers of premixed seasonings. Herbs don't...
When you read my recipes, you know that I always suggest using fresh stock... not broth. But, making stock is a time-consuming process... it is worth it,...
Harissa is one of those items that you may have heard of, but do not know a lot about. A short definition is that harissa is aromatic chili paste that...
I just finished making up a batch of my Moroccan spice mix. If you have ever worked with Moroccan spices they have a savory, sweet, and yet spicy flavor...
This one is totally down and dirty... As, I suppose, most dry spice recipes probably are. It has a lot of great flavor, a bit of kick, and I tweaked it...
Many recipes call for adobo seasoning and all I can ever find in the store are the cans of peppers in adobo sauce. They always seems excessively hot. With...
We had a favorite seasoning from Penzeys, called Arizona Dreaming, that was great for seasoning chicken for chicken tacos, or sprinkling onto any Mexican...
Will be making up some fajitas next week, and this is the spice mix I use. It has some nice heat, and a bit of savory, and sweet. Never fails to please....
I have been wondering about Tamarind paste after seeing it called for in Indian sauces and Pad Thai recipes. I found a great blog post that talked through...
Made this spice mix years ago, then decided that there are others out there that like a bit of spicy curry. So, here you go. You have a hankering for some...
If you're like me, you probably have a shelf or drawer full of herbs and spices. This is one way that I make good use of some of them. It's a lightly seasoned...
This recipe will work on chicken or pork, and when baked creates an awesome, flavorful sweet/spicy crust. You will notice that the photos only show 2 wings....