Missing Chili Powder? Here's Exactly What to Use Instead Why You Need Quick Chili Powder Substitutes Finding a substitute for 1 tbsp chili powder is easier than you think. Here are your best options when that spice jar runs empty: Quick Pantry Mix: - 2 tsp paprika + 1 tsp cumin + ¼ tsp cayenne Single Spice Swaps: - Ancho powder: ½ tsp - Chipotle powder: ½ tsp - Taco seasoning: 1 tbsp (reduce other salt) Liquid Alternatives: - Hot sauce: 2-3 dashes per tsp needed We've all been there - you're halfway through making chili or tacos when you f...

Whisk Her Away With These Best Kitchen Gifts for Mom Why Finding the Perfect Kitchen Gift for Mom Matters Best kitchen gifts for mom create lasting memories while showing appreciation for all the love she puts into feeding her family. According to research from over 50 women surveyed, moms who love to cook prefer gifts that are both beautiful and functional—tools that make their daily cooking more enjoyable and efficient. Quick Gift Ideas by Mom's Style: - Baking enthusiast: Adjustable rolling pin, precision scale, ceramic mixing bowls - G...

How to Use Spices Without Setting Your Kitchen on Fire Why Learning How to Use Spices Will Transform Your Cooking How to use spices is the fastest way to make everyday cooking exciting, healthier, and more creative. Master just a handful of principles and you can: • Start small – add a pinch, taste, repeat • Toast first – a quick dry-pan toast wakes up sleepy spices • Store smart – airtight, cool, dark, and far from the stove • Buy fresh – ground = 6 mo, whole = 18 mo • Layer flavors – hardy spices early, delicate ones at the end • Lean on class...

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Lebküchen Dream Bars Yield: 16 bars Prep time: 5 hours, including chilling Cook time: 30 minutes ¾ cup honey ½ cup packed light brown sugar 1 egg 1 tbsp. orange zest ½ tsp. pure vanilla extract 2¼ cups all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon baking soda ½ cup roughly chopped slivered almonds 2 Tbsp. RawSpiceBar Lebküchen Blend In a small saucepan, combine the honey and brown sugar over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, then remove from the heat. Cool for 10 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, whisk...

Berbere Chicken Stew Serves: 4 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for chicken 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 4 carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon RawSpiceBar Berbere Blend 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon honey Couscous, rice, or quinoa for serving Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle with salt. In a large high-sided skillet or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium h...

Lebküchen Cookies Yield: 2 dozen cookies Prep time: 40 minutes, including chilling Cook time: 15 minutes ¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup sugar, plus more for rolling cookies 1 egg, room temperature ¼ cup molasses 2¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 Tbsp. RawSpiceBar Lebküchen Blend 1 tsp. baking soda ¼ tsp. kosher salt In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes. Add the egg and molasses, beating well after each addition, until uniform. In a separat...

Butter Feta (or Cauliflower) Serves: 4Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 20 minutes 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or ghee1 medium red onion, diced3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger2 teaspoons Rawspicebar Garam Masala blend1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste1 14.5-oz. can full-fat coconut milk1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes2 7-oz. shrink-wrapped blocks feta, cut into ¼-inch cubes2 tablespoons fresh lime juiceChopped fresh cilantro, for garnishRice and/or naan for serving, optional Heat the butter ...

Berbere Chickpea Stew Serves: 4 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 4 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt 3 garlic cloves, minced 1½ tablespoons RawSpiceBar Berbere Blend 1 15.5-oz. can diced tomatoes 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 2 15.5-oz. cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed Couscous, rice, or quinoa for serving In a high-sided skillet or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions, celery, carrots, and salt and cook, s...

Lebküchen Pork Tenderloin Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes 3 medium sweet potatoes, cut into ½-inch half moons 1 large red onion, sliced into ½-inch wedges 1 1-1½ pound pork tenderloin, trimmed 3 tbsp. olive oil, divided 2 Tbsp. RawSpiceBar Lebküchen Blend, divided 2 tsp. kosher salt, divided Fresh rosemary, for garnish Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a mixing bowl, toss together the sweet potatoes, onion, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon Lebküchen Blend, and 1 teaspoon salt. Transfer to an oven-...

Pasta Bolognese Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 1 medium carrot, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon bolognese seasoning 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 pound ground beef or plant-based ground beef (such as Impossible Burger or Beyond Burger) ½ cup dry red wine, beef broth, or vegetable broth 1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes Cooked spaghetti for serving Grated Parmesan cheese for serving Fresh basil for serving Directions Heat the oil in a large pot over...

Our 6 Best Saffron Recipes What is Saffron? Crocus sativus L., otherwise known as saffron, is one of the most expensive spices in the world. As a rule of thumb, the deeper the color of saffron threads, the better the quality. Deep red with orange tips is considered to be the best. Real saffron threads are fine and evenly sized, with a thin yellow tendril on one end and what looks like a flute on the other side. The color of saffron threads is a deep red. The highest quality saffron threads have the most minimal yellow...

Eggplant & Sweet Potato Curry There are no rules here. Round up veggies you have on hand- we've chosen eggplant, sweet potatoes and chickpeas - add in freshly ground madras curry powder or other Indian spices (or individual spices) & your fresh ginger, garlic & turmeric and you've got a protein packed, healthy, flavorful one pot sweet potato curry to warm up any easy weekend or weeknight dinner. Ingredients 3 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Madras curry powder2 tbsp canola oil1 white onion, chopped3 cloves garlic,...

Sloppy Joes Sweet and spicy instant pot sloppy joes- really just a messy pile of sautéed ground beef or turkey with freshly ground chili powder spilling out of a toasted roll. Top with pickles, coleslaw or onions, perfect for a low key night. Ingredients1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef or turkey2 tbsp RawSpiceBar's taco seasoning1 onion, chopped1 red bell pepper, diced1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons packed brown sugar1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceKosher salt, to tasteInstant P...

Oyako Donburi Oyako means "mother and child" and donburi translates to "rice bowl" in Japanese. So oyako donburi literally translates to chicken and eggs in a bowl, served over hot rice. We love the adaptability of these Japanese grain bowls- mix and match based on whatever you have in the fridge. For grains, try subbing quinoa, farro, wheat berries or barley for rice. Or do half and half for a nice texture. Add grains with egg, pile on veggies and chicken (or another protein, like salmon),...

Greek Chicken, Parmesan Quinoa Crusted Ingredients 1 1/2 tbsp greek seasoningJuice from 1 lemon3/4 cup quinoa, cooked4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 2 tbsp cup Dijon mustard1/2 cup ParmesanSalt, to tasteOlive oil Directions Preheat oven to 300º F. Pat and dry chicken, then salt and pepper liberally. Spread quinoa on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool, then move to a bowl. Increase oven temperature to 425º F. In a large bowl, combine Dijon mustard, Parmesan, lemon juice...