* Cajun Seasoning Recipe #1 *
Ingredients:
* 2 tablespoons paprika
* 1 tablespoon salt
* 1 tablespoon black pepper
* 2 teaspoons garlic powder
* 2 teaspoons onion powder
* 2 teaspoons ground red pepper
* 1 teaspoon dried oregano
* 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Directions:
Very simple! Combine all ingredients, mix well.
Makes about 1/3 cup. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 weeks.

* Seasoning Recipe #2 *(a little spicy)
Ingredients:
* 1/4 cup salt
* 3 tablespoons granulated garlic or garlic powder
* 3 tablespoons ground black pepper
* 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, or to taste
* 1 tablespoon paprika
Directions:
Combine all seasonings and mix to blend thoroughly. Pour into a small jar with cover; seal tightly.

* Blackened Seasoning for Fish, Steak or Chicken *
Ingredients:
* 2 teaspoons ground paprika
* 4 teaspoons dried leaf thyme
* 2 teaspoons onion powder
* 2 teaspoons garlic powder
* 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
* 2 teaspoons salt
* 2 teaspoons black pepper
* 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, or to your taste
* 1 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
* 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Directions:
Combine all ingredients, mix well. Store in a sealed contained in a cool dark place. Shake jar well before each use.