Taco Seasoning

I have what you might call a finicky constitution.  I love all kinds of food, but sometimes, food doesn't love me.  I usually get in trouble when I eat processed food.  There is some sort (or maybe many sorts) of spice, preservative or ingredient I haven't been able to pin down that will wreak havoc on my digestion.  After can what I refer to as "The Great Fajita Incidenct of 2013," I've been trying to make my own spice rubs, marinades, sauces, etc.  Not only can I control the ingredients, they are cheaper, fresher and healthier!

This is my favorite taco seasoning.  I use it for all things taco.  I usually multiply the recipe by 8 and store the batch in a sealed jar in my cupboard for a few weeks so we have taco seasoning whenever we need it!

• Taco Seasoning
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
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• In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container.

Use 2 Tablespoons per pound of meat.  Brown meat, mix in taco meat and simmer with 1/2 cup water for 15-20 minutes.  

Recipe from Allrecipes.com.