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Red Lobster Cajun Spice Mix

Stephanie — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 00:38:05 +0000

Red Lobsters makes a flavorful and not too spicy cajun seasoning. This goes well on top of shrimp, chicken, fish, and sprinkled on top of baked potatoes or even corn on the cob. This spice mix can be best described as something between Old Bay Seasoning, and Tony Casares seasoning. If you haven’t had the pleasure of trying out a cajun seasoning mix yet, this one is perfect.

2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1 1/4 tsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder

Mix all ingredients together and store in an air tight container. This is better if you can blend with a mortar and pestle, or in a spice blender.

Hot Buttered Rum Mix – you can have hot buttered rum all winter long with this mix recipe.

Stephanie — Wed, 20 May 2009 01:51:51 +0000

This recipe was sent in by a fellow viewer. The recipe was her Father’s. It’s great for sipping around a campfire on a cold night! I especially like this recipe because the mix is delicious, and honestly better than I have purchased. It makes about two pints, and you will have enough for yourself, and to give to a special friend.

For the Mix
1 LB Dark brown sugar
1 Lb powdered sugar
1 LB butter (not margarine)
4 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp nutmeg

Soften butter and mix all ingredients together.
To serve place a heaping tablespoon and a half of the mixture in a mug, add 1 jigger (1&1/2 oz) rum and fill with boiling water. Mixture will last indefinitely in freezer.

Thanks to Mari for sharing this recipe.

Hamburger Helper Beef Stroganoff – you can make this at home with our recipe.

Stephanie — Tue, 19 May 2009 01:16:07 +0000

You don’t need to buy a box of Hamburger helper for something this easy and the taste is so much better. Quick and easy.

1 lb of ground beef
1 packet of Lipton beefy onion soup mix
4 1/2 cups of water
1 Lb of Bow Tie Pasta
1 can of mushroom soup if wanted
1/2 – 3/4 cups of sour cream

Brown the ground beef and then drain off fat in a large skillet that has a lid. Add the onion soup mix , water and mushroom soup mix if it’s wanted and mix well and bring to a boil. Add the Bow Tie pasta and bring back to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium high and cover. cook for 10-12 minutes. Take off heat and gently stir in the sour cream. Enjoy this quick and delicious version and you won’t go back to the box.

If you would like to make more of a meal out of this add some fresh broccoli or other vegetables. If you want a cheesy dish use a cheese instead of the sour cream. Throw in some diced tomatoes and really enjoy something nice.

Thanks to Maclll for sharing this recipe.

Tumbleweed Spice Mix – Are you looking for a good spice rub for steaks, brisket, and more? This is the seasoning mix for you.

Stephanie — Tue, 12 May 2009 01:29:08 +0000

Are you looking for a less expensive alternative when it comes to spice blends. This is a spicy and versitile spice mix that can be used for steaks, brisket, and so many more meats. This is perfect grilled or even baked in the oven.

2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Store in an airtight jar.

Creole Seasoning Mix

Stephanie — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 22:19:21 +0000

Want the taste of south anytime? You can have it, this goes well on fish, shrimp, beans, or even sprinkled on buttered rice. Save money by making this spice blend at home.

2 Tbsp. plus 1 1/2 tsp. Paprika
2 Tbsp. Garlic Powder
1 Tbsp. Salt
2 Tbsp. Onion Powder
1 Tbsp. Dried Oregano
1 Tbsp. Dried Thyme
1 Tbsp. Cayenne Pepper
1 Tbsp. Pepper

Combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container. Use to season chicken, seafood, steaks, or vegetables.

Sweetened Condensed Milk

Stephanie — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:12:49 +0000

This is a great way to make this milk. It is lot cheaper to make it this way, and it does work nicely for baked goods.

3/4 C. sugar
1/2 C. water
1 C. plus 2 T. powdered milk

Combine all ingredients. Heat to boiling. Cook until thick, this will take 15 to 20 minutes. This equals one can.

Sweetened Condensed Milk II

Stephanie — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:57:35 +0000

This is another great recipe for this sweetened condensed milk. This recipe was graciously submitted by Vikke Keith. Making your own Sweetened Condensed Milk is a great way to save money in your baking.

1 C. nonfat dry milk
2/3 C. sugar (granulated)
1/3 C. boiling water
3 Tbsp. softened butter

Combine dry milk, sugar, water and butter in blender until smooth. Refrigerate until chilled and slightly thick.

Taco Seasoning Mix – make at home, don’t buy the prepackaged stuff.

Stephanie — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:43:12 +0000

This makes a very tasty mix, and it much cheaper than buying taco seasoning mix. You can make taco seasoning mix at home. It is easy to do. Double or even triple up this recipe so you can have some on hand.

1 Tbsp. dehydrated onion
6 tsp. chili powder
5 tsp. paprika
4 1/2 tsp. cumin
3 tsp. onion powder
2 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

Combine ingredients and store in an airtight container. To prepare, brown 1 lb. of beef. Add 3 Tbsp. of seasoning and approx. 1/2 cup of water. Simmer until water is absorbed. Use in your favorite tacos.

Old Bay Seasoning

Stephanie — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:39:13 +0000

You can prepare Old Bay Seasoning, it is less expensive to preapare this seasoning mix as you need it. This goes well in seafood, on boiled potatoes, and on corn on the cob.

1 Tbsp. Celery Seed
1 Tbsp Whole Black Peppercorns
6 Bay Leaves
1/2 tsp. Whole Cardamom
1/2 tsp. Mustard Seed
4 Whole Cloves
1 tsp. Sweet Hungarian Paprika
1/4 tsp. Mace

In a spice grinder or small food processor, combine all of the ingredients. Grind well and store in a small glass jar.

Threadgills Meat Seasoning

Stephanie — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 21:00:55 +0000

Threadgills is known for their southern cooking. This meat seasoning goes well with their chicken fried steak and much more.

1/2 C. kosher salt
4 Tbsp. black pepper
2 Tbsp. white pepper
1 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 Tbsp. granulated onion
1 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
4 Tbsp. granulated garlic

Mix ingredients well. Store in a glass jar or plastic container. Keep tightly sealed. Shake before each use to prevent settling.

Swiss Miss Cocoa Mix

Stephanie — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:08:49 +0000

You can prepare this mix at home, and save money. You may even want to put this in a pretty jar and give as a gift.

1 16 oz. box of non-fat dry milk
1 C. Sugar
3/4 C. cocoa

Sift all together three times. Store this mixture in a tightly sealed container in a cool place. When ready to use, you can add a couple of heaping tablespoons to hot water.

Spiced Tea

Stephanie — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 23:29:10 +0000

This recipe came from Jean Van Sandt, in 1986 from Coldspring, Texas. This is a dry mix, you may want to make some as a gift.

2 C. Tang
1 tsp. grated lemon peel
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 C. instant tea
1 3/4 C. sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie or all spice

Mix together. Two teaspoons to a cup of water.

Cocoa Mix

Stephanie — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 12:46:42 +0000

This great recipe for cocoa mix was sent it by Maria. You can make your own instant Cocoa.

C. sugar
1 C. Creamora or equivalent
1/8 C. cocoa powder (or more if you really like it thick)

Mix well. Dissolve 4-5 heaping teaspoons of mix to a coffee cup and fill with boiling water. Stir. Mini-marshmallows optional. Also since they’ve come out with flavored Creamora’s, I find those make a nice addition. I use half regular and half flavored. Since the mix tends to pile high I always tap the spoon on the edge of the container to obtain my “heaping teaspoon”.

Alton Brown’s Perfect Pancakes

Stephanie — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 02:36:45 +0000

Hands down, I have found the most perfect pancakes. Here is Alton Brown’s pancake recipe. I can’t even begin to say how tasty these are.

Dry Mix
6 C. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda (check expiration date first)
3 tsp. baking powder
1 Tbsp. kosher salt
2 Tbsp. sugar

Combine all of the ingredients in a lidded container. Shake to mix.
Use the mix within 3 months.

“INSTANT” PANCAKES:
2 eggs, separated
2 C. buttermilk
4 Tbsp. melted butter
2 C. “Instant” Pancake Mix, recipe above
butter for greasing the pan
2 C. fresh fruit such as blueberries, if desired

Heat an electric griddle or frying pan to 350 degrees F. Heat oven to 200 degrees F.
Whisk together the egg whites and the buttermilk in a small bowl. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the melted butter.

Combine the buttermilk mixture with the egg yolk mixture in a large mixing bowl and whisk together until thoroughly combined. Pour the liquid ingredients on top of the pancake mix. Using a whisk, mix the batter just enough to bring it together. Don’t try to work all the lumps out.

Check to see that the griddle is hot by placing a few drops of water onto to the griddle. The griddle is ready if the water dances across the surface.

Lightly butter the griddle. Wipe off thoroughly with a paper towel. (No butter should be visible.)

Gently ladle the pancake batter onto the griddle and sprinkle on fruit if desired. When bubbles begin to set around the edges of the pancake and the griddle-side of the cake is golden, gently flip the pancakes. Continue to cook 2 to 3 minutes or until the pancake is set.

Serve immediately or remove to a towel-lined baking sheet and cover with a towel. Hold in a warm place for 20 to 30 minutes.

Yield: 12 pancakes

International House of Coffee Flavored Coffees

Stephanie — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 17:57:08 +0000

International House of Coffees are very popular, and can be expensive, consider making these favorites at home. Not only are these tasty, you may want to consider making these up for friends as inexpensive gifts for friends, family, and co-workers.

Cafe Bavarian Mint
1/4 C. Powdered Creamer
1/3 C. Sugar
1/4 C. Instant Coffee
2 T. Powdered Baking Cocoa
2 hard candy Peppermints
or
Cafe Cappuccino
1/4 C. Powdered Creamer
1/3 C. Sugar
1/4 C. Instant Coffee
1 Orange flavored piece of hard candy
or
Cafe Swiss Mocha
1/4 C. Powdered Creamer
1/3 C. Sugar
1/4 C. Instant Coffee
2 T. Powdered Baking Cocoa
or
Cafe Viennese
1/4 C. Powered Creamer
1/3 C. Sugar
1/4 C. Instant Coffee
1/2 tsp. Cinnamon

Processes in a blender on liquefy until well blended. Store in an airtight container.