Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

I like to make my own taco seasoning because I can adjust the amount of spices.  I also feel better about knowing what is exactly is in the taco seasoning.  Plus I use very little of the taco seasoning when I make tacos because I have a picky hubby especially with Mexican food.  A few years ago, I would rarely make Mexican cusine at home.  Instead I would go to restaurants to fulfill my cravings for Mexican cuisine.  I'm glad I can now make Mexican food at home.

Here is a recipe for Taco Seasoning that I found at the Copy Kat website

Stars of the recipe:

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  1 Tbsp. dehydrated onion


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  6 tsp. chili powder (I use a little less than that.)


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  5 tsp. paprika


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  4 1/2 tsp. cumin (I use about 2 tsp.  This is one of the spices that hubby does not like.)


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  3 tsp. onion powder


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  2 1/2 tsp. garlic powder


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  1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper (I omit this spice.)

Steps:

1. 
   
   Combine ingredients and store in an airtight container.


2. 
   
   To prepare, brown 1 lb. of beef.


3. 
   
   Add 3 Tbsp. (I use about 1.5 Tbsp.) of seasoning and approx. 1/2 cup of water.


4. 
   
   Simmer until water is absorbed.


5. 
   
   Serve either in a hard taco shell or tortilla and with your favorite taco toppings.