No matter who you are, there are 4 spice blends I think you always need: Greek, Italian, Cajun, and Taco. If you don’t already have these in your arsenal, you’ll need to learn how to make them.
Luckily, The Domestic Geek has our backs yet again. Here are the perfect recipes for all of those blends:
Greek Seasoning
- 2 tbsp oregano
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp dried dillweed
- 1 tbsp parsley flakes
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp pepper
- 1 tsp marjoram
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
Italian Seasoning
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tbsp dried marjoram
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp dried sage
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried flat leaf Italian parsley
Cajun Seasoning
- 2 tbsp coarse salt
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1½ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1½ tsp dried oregano
- 1½ tsp dried thyme
- 1½ tsp black pepper
Taco Seasoning
- 4 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp cayenne powder
- ½ tsp coarse salt
Holiday Spice Blends
Regardless of what time of year it is, these spice blends are downright delicious. Try these and you’ll be using them all the time! They’re also by The Domestic Geek, so you know they’re good.
Apple Pie Spice
- 1/2 cup cinnamon
- 1 tbsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp allspice
- 1 tsp ginger
Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 1/2 cup cinnamon
- 4 tbsp ginger
- 1 tbsp allspice
- 1 tbsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp cloves
Gingerbread Spice
- 1/4 cup cinnamon
- 1/4 cup ginger
- 2 tbsp allspice
- 2 tbsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp cloves
- 1 tsp black pepper
Ranch is delicious. I could slather it on literally everything, which is why having a good ranch seasoning available to make your own ranch is key.
It’s also great for seasoning a ton of meats, veggies, and more. You’re gonna love this! Check out this recipe from HomeHeadChef.
- 1/2 cup buttermilk powder
- 2 tbsp Italian parsley
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp chives
- 2 tsp dillweed
- 1 tbsp dried minced onions
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp onion powder
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What’s your go-to seasoning blend?