Cajun Spice Mix

Date: Tue, 31 Aug 93 09:43:45 CDT
From: hnowak@sunloop.central.sun.com (Helen Nowak Admin Chicago Loop)



Essential to most Cajun dishes, this lively blend of spices
can be used in place of salt.

CAJUN SPICE MIX
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1/4 Cup of salt
2 Tbsp. cayenne pepper
2 Tbsp. paprika
1-1/2 Tbsp. onion powder
1 Tbsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 Tbsp. freshly ground white pepper
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. dried thyme
1/4 tsp. ground mustard
1/8 tsp ground cloves

Combine all ingredients in a small jar.
(The spice mix can be stored in a tightly
covered glass jar in a cool dry place out of
direct light for up to 4 months.) Makes about
3/4 cup.