MAKE-A-MIX TACO SEASONING

2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon crushed dried red pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin.

For one envelope (about 2 tbsp):
Combine all ingredients, and store in an airtight container or in a 6 inch square of aluminum foil, folded tightly. Use within 6 months.

To use:
Brown 1 pound of ground beef and drain the grease. Add 1/2 cup water and the Taco Seaasoning Mix. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Makes enough filling for 8 to 10 tacos
Source: Make-A-Mix Cookery by Karine Eliason, Nevada Harward, and Madeline Westover