Chili Spices

By MaryEllen

Want to know the secret to great chili? Start with great spices--and skip the packets at the supermarket, which are full of sugar and salt. Make your own to save money and skip the salt.

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin, ground
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3 tablespoons chili powder

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all into a small container, shake to mix. Store in a cool dry area for 6 months.

This recipe yields the equivalent of two packets of seasoning mix--enough for one large batch of chili or two regular size batches. Use as much or as little as you'd like, according to your taste preferences.

Serving Size: Makes 12 one teaspoon servings

Know your ingredients. The cayenne will bring in a back heat to any dish, meaning the heat will arrive last within the tasting process. Paprika brings in the smoke flavor, and garlic will awake your sense of smell.

Nutritional Info
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 7.2
Total Fat: 0.3 g
Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
Sodium: 19.0 mg
Total Carbs: 1.3 g
Dietary Fiber: 0.7 g
Protein: 0.3 g