Clever Homemaking

You can save money when seasoning your food by eliminating the prepared seasoning packets and seasoning blends. This is our standard “Chili Seasoning Packet”.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp flour
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp minced garlic

If you don’t use fresh onion in your chili, you can add a couple of Tbsp of minced or chopped dried onion to your seasoning packet.

Directions

I usually make a “packet” as I’m fixing my chili. I mix all the ingredients in a bowl and then add the seasoning to my chili. These packets are very easy to make ahead of time, however, and store in your pantry to save you some time. Simply portion out each “packet” on to a square of foil and seal. Store your packets in a ziplock bag or glass jar until needed.