Taco Seasoning Mix

I need to play with these to find the right combo for my palate

This is what I found to be my favorite. I used chicken this time.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

3 T instant minced onion
2 T chili powder (I used two kinds)
2 t paprika
1/2 t crushed dried red pepper flakes
1/2 t dried marjoram
1 t garlic powder
1 T garlic salt & pepper
2 T cornstarch
2 t ground cumin
1 pkt Splenda

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and blend thoroughly with wire whisk. Spoon mixture into a tightly closed container and label as "Taco Seasoning Mix". Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes 6 packages (about 2 Tbsp. each) of mix. 2 T equals 1.25-oz. pkg. purchased taco seasoning mix.

To make Taco Filling:

Brown 1 lb. lean ground beef in large skillet over medium heat; drain grease. Add 1/2 cup water & 2 T Taco Seasoning Mix. Reduce heat, cover pan, and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Makes enough filling for 10 to 12 tacos.


From http://busycooks.about.com/od/homemademixes/r/tacoseasonmix.htm
Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

1/4 cup instant minced onion
2 Tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. paprika
2 tsp. crushed dried red pepper flakes
1-1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. dried marjoram
1 Tbsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. instant minced garlic
1 tsp. ground cumin

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and blend thoroughly with wire whisk. Spoon mixture into a tightly closed container and label as "Taco Seasoning Mix". Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes 6 packages (about 2 Tbsp. each) of mix. 2 Tbsp. equals 1.25-oz. pkg. purchased taco seasoning mix.
To make Taco Filling:

Brown 1 lb. lean ground beef in large skillet over medium heat; drain grease. Add 1/2 cup water and 2 Tbsp. Taco Seasoning Mix. Reduce heat, cover pan, and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Makes enough filling for 8 to 10 tacos.

or from http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,1649,151186-252197,00.html
HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING MIX
1 tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. each ground cumin, garlic powder, paprika, powdered oregano and sugar
1/2 tsp. salt

Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl. Makes 3 tablespoons of seasoning mix, which is equal in strength to a 1/4 ounce package of commercial seasoning mix.

or
from http://savorysweetlife.com/2011/10/taco-seasoning/
An easy homemade taco seasoning spice blend for 1-pound of ground beef
Ingredients
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
Mix all the spices together and use it to season one pound of ground beef before cooking.

or
1 tbs chili powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder or granulated
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp cayenne
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp paprika
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp coarse salt