Specialty Spice Mixes
Spice mixes make a nice gift especially because store bought are expensive. The basic combinations can be altered to reflect your personal tastes or those of your intended recipient.
Cajun Spice Mix
- 1- 1/8 cup sweet paprika
- 1/4 cup cayenne
- 1/4 cup freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbs. thyme leaves
- 2 Tbs. oregano
- 2 Tbs. onion powder
- 1 Tbs. celery seed
- 1-1/2 tsp. garlic powder
Grind all ingredients in blender or food processor. Store in an airtight container away from heat. Makes 2 cups.
Dry Rib Rub
- 6 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. dried lemon powder
- 6 tsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1/2 tsp. dried mint
- 2-1/2 tsp. black pepper
Mix all together and store in air tight container.
Chinese Five-Spice Powder
- 2 Tbs. whole black peppercorns
- 36 whole cloves
- 12 inches of stick cinnamon
- 2 Tbs. fennel seed
- 12 whole star anise
Put spices together into a blender and pulverize into a powder. Store in a cool place in an air-tight container. Source: Colorado Cache Cookbook
Herb & Garlic Blend
Recipe By Beef Industry Council
- 1 Tbs. dried basil
- 1 Tbs. dried marjoram
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 tsp. dried thyme
- 1 tsp. dried rosemary—crushed
- 3/4 tsp. dried oregano
Combine all ingredients and store in airtight container. Shake before using. Sprinkle atop salads, steaks, vegetables and in soups.
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