Taco Seasoning Mix

1 tablespoon instant masa harina
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder - I am partial to Knorr powdered chicken bouillon
1 teaspoon chili powder (unseasoned)
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground oregano
Makes enought seasoning for 1 lb ground beef.   Cook ground beef and drain.  Add seasoning and 3/4 cup water or 1 can of diced tomatoes. 

Onion Soup Mix Recipe

Onion Soup Mix
8 teaspoons dried onion flakes(church distribution has great dried onions)
4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon turmeric(optional)
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Directions:
Mix ingredients well. Cut a 6-inch square of heavy duty foil. Place all ingredients in center of foil. Fold foil to make an airtight package. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months.

Well Stocked Pantry - Seasonings

With gas prices rising, it is provident that we have a well stocked pantry to reduce our trips to the grocery store.  So what does the well stocked pantry have in it?  This month we will be adding to our pantry.  Do not store spices on the counter in sunlight in a spice rack or carousel.  Store in a cool dark place away from the heat and moisture of the stove and dishwasher.  If your kitchen is stocked with these seasonings, you can make most mixes that you would normally purchase pre-made resulting in significant savings.  When you have these on hand, you are more likely to cook "from scratch" using your food storage. 

Seasonings
Bouillon granules/cubes (beef, chicken)
Liquid Smoke
Kitchen Bouquet(browning sauce)
Tabasco Sauce
Onion soup mix(recipe to follow)
Season salt(recipe to follow)
Soy sauce
Taco Seasoning (recipe to follow)
Vinegar(balsamic, cider, red wine and white)
Worcestershire sauce
Onion Powder
Garlic Powder/Granules
Peppercorns(buy a pepper mill, fresh milled tastes so much better)
Chili Powder
Vanilla extract
Almond extract
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Ginger
Rosemary
Basil - grow your own in a south facing window.  The more you cut the faster it grows.
Sage
Tyme
Paprika
Parsley
Chives