Cajun Spice Blend

Prep Time: 5 Minutes

Cook Time: 2 Minutes

Ready In: 7 Minutes

Servings: 8

I was looking for Cajun seasoning for my New Year's Day black eyed peas. This is based on Julie Sahni's recipe in Savoring Spices and Herbs with a few alterations. Everyone loved the peas, btw. NOTES: I ground only 1/2 the herbs/spices for textural effect. I usually grind up a whole nutmeg & store in a jar so there's always an amount of fresh nutmeg on hand. Cook time = grate & mix time.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon black peppercorns

1 tablespoon cumin seed

1 tablespoon celery seed

2 tablespoons dried thyme

1 tablespoon dried sage

2 tablespoons dried basil, divided

2 tablespoons dried oregano, divided

2 tablespoons dried parsley, divided

1 tablespoon powdered dry mustard

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes

3 tablespoons hungarian paprika

1 tablespoon dried ancho chile powder

1 teaspoon grated fresh nutmeg

Directions:

1. Combine the black peppercorns & cumin seeds in a spice/coffee grinder that is used for ONLY spices & grind until spices are coarsely ground.
2. Add celery seeds & 1TB each basil, oregano, parsley & red pepper flakes.
3. Pulse until ground but not powdered.
4. Combine with remaining ingredients in a bowl & stir with a whisk until well mixed.
5. Store in an airtight container.

By RecipeOfHealth.com