Homemade Taco Seasoning

Ingredients:

2 tbsp Chili Powder

1 tbsp Ground Cumin

1 tsp Paprika

1 tsp Garlic Powder

1 tsp Onion Powder

1 tsp Dried Oregano

1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes

1/2 tsp Ground Coriander

1/2 tsp Black Pepper

1/2 tsp Salt

Combine Spices: In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, ground coriander, black pepper, and salt.

Store: Transfer the taco seasoning mix to an airtight container. It can be stored for several months in a cool, dry place.

To use, add 2-3 tablespoons of the homemade taco seasoning mix per pound of meat, adjusting to taste.

Use this flavorful seasoning for tacos, burritos, nachos, or any other Mexican-inspired dishes.

Country Gravy Mix

2 Cups All Purpose Flour

1 Cup Dry Milk Powder

1/4 Cup Cornstarch

1 Tablespoon Ground Black Pepper

1 Tablespoon Salt

2 Teaspoons Onion Powder

1 Teaspoon Poultry Seasoning.

Whisk all ingredients together and store in an airtight mason jar (or jar of your choice). This is good for at least 6 months.

Directions for making gravy

1. Melt 2 Tablespoons of fat in a saucepan. Some 'fat' options are: butter, shortening, sausage fat, or bacon grease.

2. Add 3 Tablespoons Gravy Mix

3. Cook on medium-low heat for 3 minutes (making a roux)

4. Pour in 1 cup water or milk.

5. Whisk and cook until thickened

6. You can add browned sausage to your gravy to make it a sausage gravy. This is optional but, yummy and makes it heartier!

Homemade coleslaw

16 oz coleslaw
1/2 cup mayo
2 tbsp milk
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp mustard
2 tsp vinegar
salt & pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together 

Homemade Tartar Sauce

• 1 cup real mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup dill pickle relish, or 3/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill, or 1 tsp dried
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional
• Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir well.
• Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 5 days.