Betsy’s No Garlic Cajun Seasoning Mix

By Betsy Vail 08/21/15

Ingredients:

• 1 Tbs paprika
• 1 Tbs onion powder 
• 1½ tsp salt
• 1¼ tsp oregano 
• 1 tsp basil 
• ¾ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp thyme 
• ½ tsp pepper 
• ¼ tsp cayenne (to taste)
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (to taste, optional)
• ¼ tsp celery seed, ground
• ⅛ tsp sage 

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir until blended. 
2. This recipe makes 4 Tbs.

Creative considerations:
Use Betsy’s No Garlic Cajun Seasoning Mix to make a sauce or flavor:

For sauce:

1. Add 3 Tbs of Cajun Seasoning Mix to 1 cup of cream, whisk together, and heat on medium heat. Dollop on your delight and make your taste buds sing zydeco! 
2. Add 3 Tbs of Cajun Seasoning Mix to 1 cup of mayonnaise, stir together, and add to make sanwiches SCRUMPTIOUS! You'll be happier than a gator full of Kardashian behind! 

For flavorings, add to:

• Beans
• Beef
• Chicken
• Corn 
• French fries
• Gumbo
• Jambalaya
• Rice
• Roast potatoes
• Salad dressing
• Salmon or other fish
• Sausages
• Shrimp
• Whatever else sounds good! Your heart will beat to the bayou!