I met Sheila on another site, when I was writing a food blog, telling a non food related story, and we've kept in touch since. So, since I've been away from here for so long, Sheila shamed me into finding a reason to make a post. A few days ago, we were chatting on FB messenger, and I had an idea, so here it is. I thought I could share a few "homemade" versions of items many of us keep in the pantry. I have some health issues, so began making my own blends to remove things like salt, sugar, and caffeine from my diet. So, here you have it... I found these on the internet.
Taco Seasoning Mix: Two tablespoons of this mix = 1 packet of store bought. Add to 1 lb ground meat and 1/3 cup water. To make the mix:
1/4 cup dried minced onion
1/4 cup chili powder
3 Tbls. salt
4 tsps. cornstarch
3 Tbls. dried minced garlic
1 Tbls. cumin
1 Tbls red pepper flakes
2 tsps. beef bouillon
1+1/2 tsps. oregano
I omit the salt and add only a pinch of red pepper flakes. A few months ago I was out of my mix, so I picked up a packet at the local store - it was so salty I could hardly eat the meat! Strange what you can get used to... I use more like 3 Tbls. of mix, to taste.
Onion Soup Mix:
2+1/2 Tbls dried minced onion
4 cubes (or tsps. powder) beef bouillon
1 tsp. onion powder
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
This is equivalent to one packet of soup/dip mix. I omit the salt.
Baking Mix: (Like Bisquick)
2+1/2 cups flour
2 Tbls. baking powder
1+1/2 tsps. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 cup vegetable oil.
Mix well in blender or food processor
Well friends, it's late so you'll have to wait for more down the road, but I WILL be back with more "blends" that I make and use. Meanwhile, be well, and if you want, be CRAZY as I am!
