Apple Pie Spice

Instructions:

4 T. ground cinnamon

1½ t. ground nutmeg

½ t. ground allspice

1 t. ground ginger

1½ t. ground cardamom

Directions:

1. Combine spices in a small bowl, mix well to combine. 
2. Store in a small jar or spice container.

Homemade Taco Seasoning

I have tried a couple of different homemade taco seasoning recipes, but this is the one the family likes the most.

Ingredients:

¼ c. chili powder

3 T. paprika

3 T. cumin

1½ T. salt

1 T. onion powder

1 T. garlic powder

1 T. cayenne pepper

2 t. oregano

1 t. black pepper

Directions:

1. Mix together all ingredients.
2. Store in an air-tight container.

• When a recipe calls for a packet of taco seasoning, I use about 2 tablespoons of the homemade mixture.  
• For each pound of ground beef, use 2 tablespoons mix with ¼ cup water.

Tandoori Seasoning

Ingredients:

1½ t. garlic powder
1½ t. paprika
1 t. cayenne pepper
1 t. ground coriander
1 t. ground cumin
1 t. ground ginger
1 t. salt
¼ t. ground cardamom
¼ t. ground cinnamon

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together and use as a rub for lamb, beef, pork and chicken.