How to Make 10 Homemade Seasoning Blends

 

Equipment

  • Small jars with tight-fitting lids

Ingredients

Taco Mix

  • 1 tbsp Chili powder I like to use ancho chili powder.
  • 1 tbsp Onion powder
  • 1 tbsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp Ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Paprika, sweet or smoked
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cayenne pepper, optional You can add more depending on the level of spice that you want.

Italian Seasoning

  • 1/4 cup Dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp Dried marjoram You can substitute 1 tablespoon oregano in addition to the 1/4 cup above.
  • 2 tbsp Dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp Dried basil
  • 1 tbsp Dried rosemary
  • 1 tbsp Rubbed sage
  • 1 tbsp Crushed fennel, optional Add if making to use in a sausage dish.

Herbs de Provence

  • 1 tbsp Dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp Dried marjoram
  • 1 tbsp Dried rosemary
  • 1 tbsp Dried basil
  • 1 tbsp Rubbed sage
  • 1 tbsp Dried parsley
  • 1 tbsp Dried tarragon
  • 1 tbsp Dried lavender flowers, optional

Ranch Dressing Mix

  • 2 tbsp Dried parsley
  • 2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 2 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Dried dill
  • 1 tsp Dried chives
  • 1 tsp Fine ground sea salt
  • 1 tsp Freshly coarse ground black pepper
  • 2 tsp Dried minced onion, optional

Pumpkin Pie Spice

  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Ground allspice You can substitute nutmeg.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground ginger
  • 1/8 tsp Ground cloves

Apple Pie Spice

  • 1 tbsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cloves
  • 1 tsp Ground nutmeg, optional

Barbecue Spice Rub

  • 1/2 cup Dried cane juice (Sucanat) or Light Brown Sugar You can substitute maple sugar.
  • 2 tbsp Paprika, sweet or smoked
  • 1 tbsp Freshly coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Fine ground sea salt
  • 1 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Dry mustard powder

Mary's Nest House Seasoning

  • 2 tbsp Paprika, sweet or smoked
  • 2 tbsp Fine ground sea salt
  • 1 tbsp Freshly coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • 1 tsp Dried parsley

Steak Seasoning

  • 2 tbsp Freshly coarse ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Fine ground sea salt
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion powder
  • 1 tbsp Crushed red pepper flakes, optional You can start with a smaller amount.
  • 1 tbsp Ground coriander, optional

Lemon Pepper

  • 2 rounded tbsp Dried grated lemon peel
  • 2 tbsp Freshly coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Fine ground sea salt

Onion Soup Mix

  • 3 tbsp Dried minced onion
  • 2 tbsp Beef bouillon powder You can substitute 3-4 crushed beef bouillon cubes.
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Fine ground sea salt Omit if using bouillon cubes.
  • 1/4 tsp Freshly coarse ground black pepper

Instructions

  • For each seasoning blend, mix all the ingredients in a small jar with a tight-fitting lid. Be sure to leave sufficient headspace so you can shake the jar to mix the ingredients well before using. When using all seasoning blends, start with 1 teaspoon and work up to the amount that provides the flavor that you like.
  • To make a salad dressing using the Ranch Dressing Mix, mix 1/2 cup of mayonnaise with a 1/4 cup of buttermilk. (You can substitute sour cream or yogurt thinned with milk or water to the consistency of buttermilk.) Add 1 teaspoon of the dressing mix, working up to 1 tablespoon until you reach your desired flavor.
  • To make a dip using the Onion Soup Mix, mix 1/2 cup of mayonnaise with a 1/4 cup of sour cream. (You can also use Greek yogurt or regular yogurt in place of the sour cream.) Add 1 teaspoon of the dressing mix, working up to 1 tablespoon until you reach your desired flavor.
  • See the Recipe Notes below for additional information.

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