Homemade Seasonings

I ran out of my taco seasoning mix tonight and thought there may be someone out there in the blogspehere who might like the recipe for it. I think this is better than the store packets and is much cheaper!

Taco Seasoning makes 1 cup

Ingredients:

12 teaspoons chili powder

10 teaspoons paprika

9 teaspoons ground cumin

6 teaspoons onion powder

5 teaspoons garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions:
In storage container with tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; mix well. Seal tightly. Store in cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

Another easy mix to make is Italian seasoning

Italian Seasoning

Ingredients
6 tablespoons dried basil
6 tablespoons dried oregano
6 tablespoons dried parsley
2 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions
1 Mix all ingredients in a spice grinder.
2 OR put in a small bowl and crush with the back of a spoon.
3 Store in an airtight jar for up to 6 months.