1/2 cup dried minced onion
1/4 cup sweet paprika
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, more to taste

2 tablespoons salt, optional*

Place all ingredients in a medium sized bowl and mix thoroughly. Store in an airtight jar or container.

Use about 1/4 cup mix per 1 lb ground beef, chicken or turkey.

Recipe may be increased.

*I prefer to leave out the salt in the mix so I can control the salt when I cook each portion.