4 tb Paprika

2 tb Onion powder or flakes

2 tb Garlic powder or flakes

1 tb Gumbo file

1 tb Ground cumin (or whole seeds

-toasted and ground) 1 tb Ground coriander ( or whole

-seeds toasted and ground) 1/2 tb Dried thyme

1/2 tb Ground fenugreek (or whole

-seeds toasted and ground) 1/2 tb Ground fennel (or whole

-seeds toasted and ground) 1/2 tb Salt

3/4 ts Cayenne

3/4 ts Black pepper

In the large bowl of a food processor, combine all the ingredients and pulse for 30 seconds or until finely ground. Store in an airtight container in a cool place. Use within 3 months. *Note* This has a much more exuberant flavor than the premixed spices from the grocery. It is best when the ingredients are fresh. Serving size: 1 tablespoon 21 calories 0.6 gram fat 0 mg. cholesterol 296 mg. sodium From "Eat More, Weigh Less," by Dean Ornish, MD Typed for you by Hilde Mott Via: RFIX_S 09-28-1994