Seasoning Mixtures

You are wondering what I am referring to when I use "essence" in my recipes? Wonder no more; here is the scoop.
I am not benefiting financially from these spice and herb blends, and must give credit where credit is due. I use his spice blends as I find them convenient and tasty. There is no msg and I know what other ingredients are in them.
Once, while on a trip to Las Vegas, my husband and I visited Emeril's restaurant in the MGM Grand hotel, and bought some of the spice blends while there. At first I imitated the spice blends using the order the ingredients were listed..just a tablespoon or teaspoon depending on how far down the list the spice or herb was. It turned out quite nicely. Then Emeril and the Cooking Channel made it easier and listed the Emeril seasoning mixtures recipes on their website. As these were so generously posted, I printed and kept copies for my use. I make these recipes in large batches whenever needed. They keep well in an air tight containers and in the freezer. I sometimes give a small jar full to family and friends and they appreciate it.

Thank you Emeril, for sharing your essence!

Here are the recipes for Emeril's seasoning mixtures, as printed in 1999:

Emeril's Essence Creole Seasoning - Bayou Blast

1 1/2 tbsp. paprika powder
2 tbsp. salt
2 tbsp. garlic powder
1 tbsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. onion powder
1 tbsp. cayenne pepper
1 tbsp. dried oregano
1 tbsp. dried thyme

Combine thoroughly. Store in airtight containers in fridge or deep freeze. Make a double batch and give to people you care about. Use on everything; chicken, beef, seafood....fried potatoes, use in soup, add to sauces...garnish. Have fun!

Emeril's Southwest Seasoning - good in chili

2 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 tbsp. paprika
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. crushed red peppers
1 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. dried oregano

Combine thoroughly. Store as above.

Emeril's Veggie Dust

2 tbsp. coarse kosher salt
2 tbsp. cayenne pepper
2 tbsp. ground coriander
2 tbsp. oregano
2 tbsp. basil
2 tbsp. thyme
1 tbsp. onion powder
1 tbsp. garlic powder
1 ground bay leaf
1 tbsp. paprika

Combine thoroughly. Store in airtight container.

Emeril's Rustic Rub

8 tbsp. Hungarian paprika
3 tbsp. cayenne
5 tbsp. black pepper, freshly ground
6 tbsp. garlic powder
3 tbsp. onion powder
6 tbsp. salt
2 1/2 tbsp. dried oregano
2 1/2 tbsp. dried thyme

Combine thoroughly and store as above.

I haven't checked lately to see if these recipes are still posted on the internet or not. In any case, here they are for your enjoyment.