Homemade Chili Powder

Add to your favorite Mexican recipe or use in ground meat for tacos.

3 ounces dried chilies (mild peppers such as Anaheim, or a combination of mild and hot peppers)*

1 tablespoon ground cumin

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon ground allspice

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon ground oregano

1⁄2 teaspoon ground cloves

1 teaspoon ground coriander

Remove and discard stems and seeds. Whirl pods in a blender until finely ground. Allow powder to settle. Add remaining ingredients and whirl briefly.

Store in an airtight container.

*Dry peppers according to Drying Guidelines in the vegetable section. Peppers dried in a dehydrator retain their original color and flavor. They may either be dried whole or in halves, skin side down. Hotness and flavor will vary with the chilies used. Removing the seeds will decrease the hotness. Make sure that peppers are completely dry and stored in airtight containers.

Makes 1/2 cup.

Savory Rice Salad

This main dish salad is perfect for lunch or a light supper.

Serve with a whole wheat roll and fresh fruit.

3 cups cold cooked brown rice

1⁄4

cup dried tomato flakes

(can use white)

1 can water chestnuts, drained

3 cups diced cooked, turkey,

 

and sliced

chicken or cooked small shrimp

Tangy Dressing (see below)

1 cup celery, finely chopped

1⁄2

cup slivered almonds, chopped

1⁄2 cup onion, finely chopped

 

 

1 cup green pepper, finely chopped

 

 

(1⁄2 cup dried & rehydrated)

In a large bowl, gently mix together rice, turkey, celery, onion, green pepper, tomato flakes, sliced water chestnuts, and tangy dressing. Add salt and pepper to taste, cover and chill for 3 to 4 hours. Toast almonds in a 300°F (150°C) oven, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle on top of salad before serving.

Makes about 6 servings.

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