Instructions: On his Food Network TV show Emeril Lagasse mentions "Essence"

almost as much as "Bam!" and "Kick it up a notch!" He claims to put his special spice blend on "everything but ice cream." He suggests using it all your meats, veggies and pasta, and combining it with oil to use as a marinade. If you cant get your hands on the real thing, heres how to whip up a quick clone at home.

4 teaspoons popcorn salt (fine salt)

2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Schilling poultry seasoning 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Store in a covered container.

Makes 3 tablespoons.

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