Spice Up Your Life!

Like so many of us, every time Jill decides to whip up some tacos, burritos, or taco dip she seems to be missing the key ingredient - the SEASONING! She knew there was a way she could make it at home and save herself over $1 a packet! After a few tries, and with the help of her lovely niece, this is what she came up with - and it's so yummy! This recipe can be both kid and adult friendly (depending on your level of cayenne) and it doesn't have that super salty taste that store-bought mixes sometimes do.

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons chili powder

• 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon paprika

• 3 tablespoons cumin

• 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons onion powder

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

**Optional: For spicier seasoning, you can add up to 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, but for a kid-friendly version, the cayenne is left out.

Combine all ingredients and store in an air tight container at room temperature.

Using for tacos: Combine 2 tbsp with 3/4 cup of water per 1 lb cooked & drained ground beef. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 - 12 minutes.

Using for taco dip: Use 1 1/2 tbsp per 16 oz of sour cream. This can be adjusted to your personal preference.

This is a versatile recipe so have fun with it!