Making Your Own Seasoning Mixes

I recently remade my favorite seasoning mixes and thought I’d share how I make them—so you can make your own too! The best part is you can adapt each mix to your taste, making it uniquely yours even if you start from the same base recipe.

Italian Seasoning

• 3 TBSP basil

• 3 TBSP oregano

• 3 TBSP thyme

• 1 TBSP sage

• 1 TBSP rosemary

• 1 TBSP sea salt
  Optional: parsley, depending on what you have on hand.

Ranch Seasoning

• 1/3 cup parsley

• 6 tsp dill

• 4 tsp chives

• 4 tsp onion powder

• 4 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp sea salt

Taco Seasoning

• 2 TBSP chili powder

• 1 TBSP cumin

• 2 tsp sea salt

• 2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

• 1/2 tsp oregano

Chili Powder
I make my own so I know exactly what’s in it, avoiding any unexpected peppers that could cause an allergic reaction for me.

• 1/4 cup paprika

• 1 TBSP garlic powder

• 1 tsp cayenne pepper

• 1 TBSP onion powder

• 2 tsp oregano

• 2 tsp cumin

BBQ Seasoning
Great on hamburgers, back straps, or pork loins!

• 2 TBSP smoked paprika

• 4 tsp brown sugar

• 2 tsp garlic powder

• 2 tsp dry mustard

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 TBSP sea salt

Seasoned Salt

• 2 TBSP sea salt

• 4 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

These are the main mixes I cook with, though I often use individual spices like garlic, onion, cayenne, sage, thyme, chives, and of course, salt & pepper. I usually season to taste rather than measuring strictly—but this gives you a starting point.

Play around, make these your own, and create flavors that are unique to your kitchen!

Til next time, keep livin’ that farm-fresh life!
— Lee and Megan Taylor

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