Keep this simple homemade seasoned salt mixture on hand for easy seasoning of meats or vegetables for the grill. A great all around seasoning.

2 tbsp. coarsely ground pepper
1 tbsp. chicken bouillon powder
1 tsp. onion salt
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tbsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. cumin powder
1 tsp. dry marjoram leaves,
         crushed fine
1 tbsp. dry parsley leaves,
         crushed fine
1 tsp. paprika
½ tsp. curry powder
1 tbsp. chili powder
1/3 cup table salt

Southern-style fried chicken always comes out crispy and perfectly seasoned with this easy coating mix. Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container.

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons salt
2 taplespoons pepper
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 eggs
½ cup milk
1 broiler/fryer chicken (2 ½ to 3 ½ pounds)
cut into pieces
oil for frying

Rather than buying fajita seasoning, its easy to make your own. If you are simply going to rub on the mixture before grilling it, omit the cornstarch.

3 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. chili powder
1 Tbsp. salt
1 Tbsp. paprika
1 Tbsp. sugar
2-1/2 tsp. crushed chicken bouillon cube
1-1/2 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. cumin

This chili seasoning features flour, chili powder, red pepper, onion, garlic and cumin. ombine ingredients and store in container with tight-fitting lid.

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper (to taste)
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon dried, minced garlic
2 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

In a bowl, stir together. Store in an airtight container.

This is a mildly hot Cajun spice mix you make yourself with common spices from your pantry. For those who like it hotter, add a little crushed red pepper.

1 tablespoon Sweet paprika
2 1/2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Onion powder
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Ground cayenne (to taste)
3/4 teaspoon White pepper
3/4 teaspoon Black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Dried thyme leaves

Combine ingredients and mix well.

This really is the BEST homemade bbq sauce recipe! It's sweet, smoky and tangy! If not using right away, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

1 large onion, chopped
½ cup tomato catsup
2 cups canned tomatoes
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, chopped
½ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
½ cup vinegar
red pepper, black pepper, salt and mustard (to taste)