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Quick, Homemade Seasonings

July 23, 2009 by Anne Leave a Comment

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I’m too fussy about added natural flavors, MSG, citric acid, and other junk, to want to buy store-bought seasoning packets, but I’m also too BUSY not to have something easy on hand.

My solution for spaghetti, pizza, tacos, and more is to purchase individual spices (usually from Frontier Co-op) and then have reminder lists of what to use taped to the inside of my cupboard door. My reminder lists include the following:

Italian Seasoning

  • Basil
  • Oregano
  • Thyme
  • Rosemary
  • Marjoram
  • Garlic

Pizza Seasoning

  • Oregano
  • Basil
  • Marjoram
  • Garlic

Mexican Seasoning

  • Diced tomatoes
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Salt
  • Cilantro
  • A touch of sugar or honey

Taco Seasoning

  • Chili powder
  • Garlic
  • Onion
  • Crushed red pepper flakes
  • Oregano
  • Paprika
  • Cumin
  • Salt & Pepper

Beef Pot Roast

  • Onion
  • Thyme
  • Rosemary
  • Garlic
  • Salt & Pepper

These handle almost everything I make. I’m hoping to someday have many of these herbs growing in pots outside my kitchen door, because they would taste so good fresh. Meanwhile, dried herbs and spices really liven up my cooking.

How much to use? Well, just throw in a pinch (maybe a teaspoon?) of each, stir it up, and smell and taste. Add more, depending on your family. Who needs to measure anyway?

I hope this is helpful to you, too!

~Anne

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