13 Homemade Seasoning Blends You Can Make in 5 Minutes
Other than salt and pepper, seasoning blends are your friends in the kitchen. They add so much flavor and complexity to whatever dish you’re making, even with just a few sprinkles. But instead of relying on store-bought blends every time, making these 5-minute recipes is a much healthier and cost-effective way to add a whole new level of flavor to your meals.
1. No Salt Seasoning
This No Salt Seasoning is a great blend to have on hand if you’re watching your sodium intake. It has a nice savory flavor from garlic, onion, and paprika that’s balanced out by the warmth of dry mustard, powdered thyme, and ground celery seed.
2. Popcorn Seasoning
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3. Onion Soup Mix
Onion Soup Mix is surprisingly easy to make. It’s great for soups and, of course, for making onion dip.
4. Everything Bagel Seasoning
Everything Bagel Seasoning is such a versatile blend. It isn’t just for bagels. You can put it on avocado toast, meats, and so many other dishes. It’s a good seasoning mix to keep on hand.
5. Fajita Seasoning
Making your own Fajita Seasoning is a totally delicious experience. It’s better than store-bought, and you can feel really good about eating something so natural.
6. Pumpkin Pie Spice
Pumpkin Pie Spice isn’t available everywhere. In fact, some parts of the world have no idea what it is. But before you totally gasp, remember that this is an American invention brought to market in 1934. So, it’s truly uniquely American.
7. Homemade Tuscan Seasoning
Homemade Tuscan Seasoning is fabulous for meats such as chicken or beef. It’s delicious for air-fried meats as well as grilled.
8. Taco Seasoning
Make your own Taco Seasoning for Taco Tuesday this week. It’s quick, easy, cheap, and tastes amazing.
9. Chili Seasoning
Chili weather is almost here. So make a batch of Chili Seasoning before the cold sets in so you’ll be ready to make a warm and comforting bowl of chili whenever the mood strikes.
10. Adobo Seasoning
Adobo Seasoning is great as a dry rub or marinade. It can be mixed with a bit of oil and rubbed onto meat before cooking or grilling.
11. Cajun Seasoning
Cajun Seasoning is great in gumbo, jambalaya, or even just on French fries. But no matter how you make it, make it at home.
12. Italian Seasoning
Italian Seasoning is easily purchased at the store. But if you happen to run out and can’t make it to the store, here’s how to make your own using spices you probably already have in your spice cabinet.
13. Homemade Hamburger Helper
Avoid the junk ingredients by making your own Homemade Hamburger Helper mix. It’s delicious for making cheeseburger pasta.
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This originally appeared on The Gracious Pantry.