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BOOK: Make-A-Mix

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3 to 4 anchovy filets, chopped, if desired

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until evenly distributed. Put mixture in foil packet or 1-pint glass jar. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 3 to 4 months. Makes about 3 tablespoons CAESAR SALAD DRESSING MIX.

CAESAR SALAD DRESSING

Combine all ingredients in a glass jar. Shake until well-blended. Chill before serving. Makes about 3/4 cup of Caesar Salad Dressing.

CHILI SEASONING MIX

For a special treat, sprinkle Chili Seasoning Mix over hot popcorn.

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons minced dried onion

1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon seasoned salt

1/2 teaspoon crushed dried red pepper

1/2 teaspoon instant minced garlic

1/2 teaspoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

CHILI

1 lb. lean ground beef

2 (15.5-oz.) cans kidney beans, drained

2 (16-oz.) cans tomatoes

1 pkg. CHILI SEASONING MIX, above

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until evenly distributed. Spoon mixture onto a 6-inch square of aluminum foil and fold to make airtight. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes 1 package or about 1/4 cup CHILI SEASONING MIX.

CHILI

In a skillet, over medium heat, brown meat. Drain excess fat. Add beans, tomatoes and CHILI SEASONING MIX. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

CREAMY CRUDITÃ DIP MIX

Blanch your fresh vegetables (cruditÃ©s) in hot water for about 2 minutes to intensify their color.

1 tablespoon dried chives

1/2 teaspoon dill weed

1 teaspoon garlic salt

1/2 teaspoon paprika

CREAMY CRUDITÃ DIP

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 cup mayonnaise

1 cup dairy sour cream or lowfat yogurt

1 pkg. CREAMY CRUDITÃ DIP MIX, above

CREAMY CRUDITÃ DIP

In a medium bowl combine all ingredients. Stir until well blended. Chill at least 1 hour before serving. Makes about 2 cups.

FRENCH DRESSING MIX

All-time favorite. For more variety use herb-flavored vinegar.

1/4 cup sugar

1-1/2 teaspoons paprika

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1-1/2 teaspoons salt

1/8 teaspoon onion powder

FRENCH DRESSING

1 pkg. FRENCH DRESSING MIX, above

3/4 cup vegetable oil

1/4 cup vinegar

Variation

Sweet Italian DressingâIncrease sugar to 1/2 cup. Substitute 1 tablespoon celery seeds for paprika.

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until evenly distributed. Put mixture in foil packet or 1-pint glass jar. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes about 5 tablespoons FRENCH DRESSING MIX.

FRENCH DRESSING

Combine ingredients in a glass jar. Shake until well-blended. Chill before serving. Makes about 1-1/4 cups.

HOME-STYLE DRESSING MIX

Create your own famous dressing by adding herbs.

2 teaspoons instant minced onion

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon monosodium glutamate, if desired

1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

HOME-STYLE DRESSING

1 recipe HOME-STYLE DRESSING MIX, above

1 cup mayonnaise

1 cup buttermilk

Variation

Substitute 1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt for buttermilk and use as a dip for fresh vegetables.

DRESSING MIX.

HOME-STYLE DRESSING

Combine ingredients in a glass jar. Shake until well blended. Chill before serving. Makes about 2 cups.

LOW-CALORIE DRESSING MIX

Add tomato juice for a welcome change. For weight-watchers, this fills the bill.

2 teaspoons dried minced onion

2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes

2 teaspoons dried green-pepper flakes

LOW-CALORIE DRESSING

1 pkg. LOW-CALORIE DRESSING MIX, above

3/4 cup tomato juice

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon horseradish

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until evenly distributed. Put mixture in a foil packet or 1-pint glass jar. Label. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes about 2 tablespoons

LOW-CALORIE DRESSING MIX.

LOW-CALORIE DRESSING

Combine ingredients in a glass jar. Shake until well-blended. Chill before serving. Makes about 3/4 cup.

PRISCILLA'S SALAD DRESSING MIX

Serve this dressing over a spinach salad topped with crumbled bacon.

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1 tablespoon poppy seeds

1 tablespoon dried minced onion

PRISCILLA'S SALAD DRESSING

1-1/2 cups (12 oz.) small-curd cottage cheese

1 pkg. PRISCILLA'S SALAD DRESSING MIX, above

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup vinegar

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, stirring until evenly distributed. Pour into a 1/2-cup container with a tight-fitting lid or wrap airtight in heavy-duty foil. Seal container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 3 months. Makes 1 package or about 1/3 cup PRISCILLA'S SALAD DRESSING MIX.

PRISCILLA'S SALAD DRESSING

Turn cottage cheese into a medium bowl; set aside. In a blender, combine PRISCILLA'S SALAD DRESSING MIX, oil and vinegar. Blend 5 to 8 seconds. Pour over cottage cheese. Fold oil mixture into cottage cheese until blended. Cover; refrigerate 30 minutes before serving. Makes about 3 cups.

Special Mixes, Clockwise from top: Fruit Slush, page 53, Marie's Fruit Cocktail, page 52, Hot Chocolate, page 78, Russian Refresher, page 81

SLOPPY JOE SEASONING MIX

So easy and so good!

1 tablespoon instant minced onion

1 teaspoon dried green-pepper flakes

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1/2 teaspoon instant minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon dry mustard

1/4 teaspoon celery seeds

1/4 teaspoon chili powder

SLOPPY JOES

1 lb. lean ground beef

1 pkg. SLOPPY JOE SEASONING MIX, above

1/2 cup water

1 (8-oz.) can tomato sauce

6 hamburger buns, toasted

SLOPPY JOE SEASONING MIX.

SLOPPY JOES

Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease. Add SLOPPY JOE SEASONING MIX, water and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve over toasted hamburger buns. Makes 6 servings.

SPAGHETTI SEASONING MIX

It makes great lasagna and pizza sauce, too!

1 tablespoon dried minced onion

1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 teaspoons dried green-pepper flakes

1-1/2 teaspoons salt

1/4 teaspoon instant minced garlic

1 teaspoon sugar

3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning or combination of oregano, basil, rosemary, thyme, sage, marjoram

SPAGHETTI SAUCE

1 lb. lean ground beef

2 (8-oz.) cans tomato sauce

1 (6-oz.) can tomato paste

2-3/4 cups tomato juice or water

1 pkg. SPAGHETTI SEASONING MIX, above

SPAGHETTI SAUCE

Brown ground beef in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste and tomato juice or water. Stir in SPAGHETTI SEASONING MIX. Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

CHICKEN CONTINENTAL RICE SEASONING MIX

If you have never tried brown rice, substitute it for the white rice in this recipe.

2 tablespoons instant chicken-bouillon granules

1 tablespoon dried parsley leaves, crushed

2 teaspoons minced dried onions

1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves

1/4 teaspoon thyme

1/8 teaspoon white pepper

1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

CHICKEN CONTINENTAL RICE

1 pkg. CHICKEN CONTINENTAL RICE SEASONING MIX, above

2 cups cold water

1 cup long-grain white rice

1 tablespoon butter or margarine, if desired

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir until evenly distributed. Put mixture in foil packet or plastic bag. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 to 8 months. Makes 1 package CHICKEN CONTINENTAL RICE SEASONING MIX.

CHICKEN CONTINENTAL RICE

Combine ingredients in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cover, reduce heat and cook 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

SPANISH RICE SEASONING MIX

For additional “zip” in your rice, add more crushed red peppers.

1 tablespoon minced dried onions

2 tablespoons dried green-pepper flakes

1 tablespoon dried celery flakes

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