This recipe comes from Chef Brian Johnson who lives in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. He has been in the food service business for over twenty years, and is currently working at General Mills for Aramark as the Catering Chef. He graduated from French Culinary School in the late 1980's and has since worked at restaurants, country clubs, hotels and a health spa.

Ingredients

1 Cup paprika
1/2 Cup chili powder
1/2 Cumin
1 Teaspoon black pepper
1/2 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 Cup sugar
2 Tablespoon thyme
2 Tablespoon garlic powder
2 Tablespoon onion powder
1 Tablespoon salt

• Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.

• Reserve until needed.

Makes about 3 cups

Chef Brian Johnson