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...
Not all grocers carry potato starch, so if the time comes when you need some, here is a simple way to make it... Sometimes it just feels good to make your...
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...
I love a good taco seasoning; however, I don't like all the extra chemicals you get when you buy the premixes at the grocers. I was making a new batch...
This dry rub is excellent for beef chicken and pork. It's a great rub for your smoker, or grill, and will even work well in your oven. I've tweaked it...
I got the original recipe from budget101 but have tweeked it a bit. I have discovered that this seasoning can take the place of many I would have otherwise...
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 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...
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 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...
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 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....
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...
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....
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...
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 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...
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....
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 uses dry spices, whereas the "real deal" is made by drying, roasting, pounding and grinding. For the ground chili, use dried (preferably a hotter...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
I have been looking for a mild chili pepper like this for years it is what the Koreans use and they use it in very large amounts in their cooking. It is...
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...
No need to do a lot of grinding for this easy take an a popular East Indian spice mix. There are as many variations of this mix as there are cooks in India....
One of my favorite seasonings is lemon/pepper. It works so well, on so many things. It is great on fish or seafood, sprinkled on a steak, or to season...
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...
This is a great dry rub for brisket, don't put too much on and over power the meat. It's my go to dry rub for beef brisket, roasted corn and chicken. If...