Here's an idea, instead of spending extra money on name brand seasonings, why not use the herbs and spices you probably already have in your cupboard and make it at home? It's super easy!! Here are some commonly used seasoning mixes and thier recipe's. Enjoys these with all your favorite dishes and marinades. Let me know what you think. makeithomemade@live.com
Mrs. Dash Seasoning
Ingredients
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon marjoram
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon parsley
1 teaspoon savory
1 teaspoon mace
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:
1. Mix seasoning together & keep dry
Taco Seasoning Mix
this makes one package
2 teaspoons instant onion, Minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper, Crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon instant garlic, Minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin, Ground
Directions
1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and blend well.
2. Spoon mixture onto a 6-inch square of aluminum foil and fold to make airtight. Label as Taco Seasoning Mix.
3. Store in a cool, dry place and use within 6 months.
4. Makes 1 package (about 2 T) of mix.
Old Bay Seasoning
1 tablespoon celery seed
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorn
6 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon whole cardamom pod
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
4 whole cloves
1 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
1/4 teaspoon mace
Directions
1. Place ingredients in a spice grinder or small food processor-grind well.
2. Store in a small glass.
Seasoning Salt
2/3 cup salt
1/4 cup garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon celery seed, crushed
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Directions
1. Mix well and store in airtight container.
As always you may click on the link to take you to more reviews and pictures and remember, homemade just taste better!
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Monday, April 6, 2009
Easters coming!
It's just around the corner and for those of you who have children, I'm sure they are anxious to begin coloring and having fun with Easter eggs. One way to save money during this holiday is to make your own egg dye! Try this recipe first!
Easter Egg Dye
Ingredients:
10 drops food coloring
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
glitter (optional)
white craft glue (optional)
Directions:
1. For each dye bath combine 1/2 cup boiling water with 1 tsp vinegar and 10 drops of food coloring in a bowl. Start with 5 drops red and 5 drops yellow, for orange for example, or 6 drops blue and 4 drops green for turquoise.
2. Dip hard-cooked eggs in dye bath for 3-5 minutes, extend time for richer color. Try using tongs to dip only half an egg in one color, then dip other half in a different color.
3. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove eggs and place on wax paper to dry, blot any excess with a paper towel.
4. For tie dyed eggs, add 1 tbsp olive oil to the mixture and stir with a fork. Roll egg gently in bath to pick of streaks of color. Remove egg from bath and blot oil off with a paper towel, then dry on wax paper. Once dry, lightly dip in another color if desired.
5. For glitter eggs, brush dried dyed egg with a thin layer of craft glue. Spoon glitter over egg, allow to dry on wax paper. To put glitter on only part of an egg (half blue, half red for example), use masking tape over the un-glittered part (or use stickers for shapes) and once dry remove masking tape and glue/glitter the remaining area.
6. For letters, numbers or shapes use small vinyl stickers (office or hardware supplies) and place them on the egg before dying. Once slightly dry peel off stickers gently. You can also use a white crayon to write names or draw pictures.
7. If you plan to eat your easter eggs, never leave them unrefrigerated at any point for more than 2 hours.
As always you can click on the recipe title to find reviews and pictures. Before too long, I will be putting my own pictures and reviews up, to make this blog more appealing!
Remember that homemade just tastes better, or in this case saves better!!
Easter Egg Dye
Ingredients:
10 drops food coloring
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
glitter (optional)
white craft glue (optional)
Directions:
1. For each dye bath combine 1/2 cup boiling water with 1 tsp vinegar and 10 drops of food coloring in a bowl. Start with 5 drops red and 5 drops yellow, for orange for example, or 6 drops blue and 4 drops green for turquoise.
2. Dip hard-cooked eggs in dye bath for 3-5 minutes, extend time for richer color. Try using tongs to dip only half an egg in one color, then dip other half in a different color.
3. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove eggs and place on wax paper to dry, blot any excess with a paper towel.
4. For tie dyed eggs, add 1 tbsp olive oil to the mixture and stir with a fork. Roll egg gently in bath to pick of streaks of color. Remove egg from bath and blot oil off with a paper towel, then dry on wax paper. Once dry, lightly dip in another color if desired.
5. For glitter eggs, brush dried dyed egg with a thin layer of craft glue. Spoon glitter over egg, allow to dry on wax paper. To put glitter on only part of an egg (half blue, half red for example), use masking tape over the un-glittered part (or use stickers for shapes) and once dry remove masking tape and glue/glitter the remaining area.
6. For letters, numbers or shapes use small vinyl stickers (office or hardware supplies) and place them on the egg before dying. Once slightly dry peel off stickers gently. You can also use a white crayon to write names or draw pictures.
7. If you plan to eat your easter eggs, never leave them unrefrigerated at any point for more than 2 hours.
As always you can click on the recipe title to find reviews and pictures. Before too long, I will be putting my own pictures and reviews up, to make this blog more appealing!
Remember that homemade just tastes better, or in this case saves better!!
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