#HOMEMADE SPIKE SEASONING PROFESSIONAL#

The salt in this recipe acts as a preservative, so your herbs should last. Place the herb mixture in a glass jar, and place in the fridge for 7-14 days to let the flavors meld. If you’ve got your set of measuring spoons ready, then you’re good to go!įor each of the following recipes, you simply combine the spices/herbs in the jar and shake to combine. Coarsely chop the leaves, then add the salt on top and continue to chop the salt/herbs together until you have a coarse, uniform mixture. Small canning jars work too, or you can actually order empty glass spice jars for a great price from various online outlets like Mountain Rose. Or you might give some away as gifts!įirst you’ll want to find a place to purchase your spices in bulk, such as local grocers like Whole Foods and Earth Fare.īaby food jars are actually perfect, if you have them or know someone who does. So, it’s easy it’s healthier, and did I mention you’ll save money, too? You’ll be able to buy your ingredients in bulk, mix up the blends, and have enough to last for a Very.

While you’d think spice mixes contained, well, just spices, in actuality there can be lots of other ingredients thrown in: modified food starch, partially hydrogenated oils, MSG, and other crazy chemical preservatives. Homemade Spice RecipesĪside from the fact that it’s really easy to make these, and that you’ll feel kind of like Martha Stewart when you do, there are some compelling health reasons to avoid pre-packaged spice mixes. To be clear: I’m not talking about making my own homemade anise or marjoram (though I suppose that is possible!) but about making spice blends to use in recipes – like allspice, or taco seasoning, or lemon pepper. Well, it prompted some research on my part, and lo-and-behold, homemade spice mixes are within any cook’s (and Keeper’s) reach! Seriously, we’re talking so simple your preschooler can help mix them! (Well, maybe not chili powder.)

#HOMEMADE SPIKE SEASONING PROFESSIONAL#

I guess I figured that was maybe a job for professional chefs and food science experts how was I supposed to know what portions to mix together to get the perfect blend? To be honest, it really hadn’t occurred to me to do it. The first time someone asked me if I made my own spice mixes, I was kind of taken aback.

Homemade spike seasoning