Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      tablespoon    thyme leaves
   1      tablespoon    instant minced onion
   1      tablespoon    instant minced garlic
   2      teaspoons     ground black pepper
   1      teaspoon      paprika
     1/2  teaspoon      ground red pepper -- up to 1
     1/2  teaspoon      dried orange peel

Preparation:

In a small bowl combine thyme, onion, garlic, black pepper, paprika, red pepper and orange peel. Mix to blend well. Spoon into a tightly covered jar. Crush mixture between your palms just before using to release flavors. Use in making sauces, soups, stews, to season and coat chicken, fish or vegetables, or stir into your favorite appetizer dip mixture for vegetables. Recipes can be doubled or tripled.