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Beef Seasoning Mix
1/4 cup Salt
1/4 cup Paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons Garlic powder
1 1/2 tablespoons Onion powder
1 1/4 tablespoons Red pepper
1 tablespoon White pepper
1 tablespoon Finely ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Dry mustard
1 teaspoon Sweet basil
1/2 teaspoon File powder
1/4 teaspoon Ground bay leaves
1/8 teaspoon Thyme
Measure all into a ziploc bag, seal & shake to combine. Pour into a spice jar or bottle. Makes a Lovely Gift.
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what is File powder?
Filé powder, also called gumbo filé, is a spicy herb made from the dried and ground leaves of the sassafras tree. It’s used as for both seasoning and thickening and has an earthy flavor.
can i omit file powder from the recipe and also if so would it compromise taste
Is this for ground beef? How much would I use and what other ingredients would be good with this?
Sprinkle it on ground beef patties, steaks, venison, etc. while you’re cooking. You basically use it like any other meat seasoning product and a little goes a long way~!