Homemade "Emeril's Essence" Seasoning Blend

Homemade "Emeril’s Essence" Seasoning Blend

Yield: 1/3 cup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper (if you like it spicy, use more)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, add all of the above ingredients and mix well to combine. (I use the back of spoon to mash/grind the ingredients together.)
2. Transfer to a 4-ounce mason jar or clean recycled spice jar.
3. This seasoning mix is not only a great accent for meats, poultry and seafood, but is also delicious on grilled or roasted veggies! (If you're interested in Emeril's original recipe, you can find it at Emeril Lagasse's website.)

http://thenourishinghome.com/2012/03/homemade-emerils-essence-seasoning-blend/

Salad Dressings

Raspberry Vinaigrette

3 tbsp filtered water
1/4 cup raw apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Celtic sea salt
1 tbsp raw honey (omit for Whole30)
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 heaping cup of fresh or frozen organic red raspberries
1/2 cup organic extra virgin olive oil

Add all ingredients, except oil to your blender (or VitaMix) and blend on low until smooth (about 30 seconds). Remove cover (or lid plug) and slowly add in the olive oil, while blending, until well combined. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to one week.

 Balsamic Italian Vinaigrette 

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (we prefer O California or Bariani brand)
3 tbsp filtered water
1/2 tsp raw honey (omit for Whole30)1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove of garlic (mince it if not using a VitaMix)
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/8 tsp dried basil
1/8 tsp dried thyme
1/8 tsp dried oregano
1/2 cup organic extra virgin olive oil

Add all ingredients, except oil to your blender (or VitaMix) and blend on low until smooth (about 15 seconds). Remove cover (or lid plug) and slowly add in the olive oil, while blending, until well combined. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to one week.

http://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/our-favorite-healthy-salad-dressings/