Chorizo Spice Blend

CHORIZO SPICE BLEND   YIELD: 12 SERVINGS     Season meat or veggies with the robust Chorizo Spice Blend. A plethora of herbs and spices combined make one robust seasoning. Perfect for any ground meat or veggies of your choice!   prep time: 5 MINS   total time: 5 MINS   INGREDIENTS 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 2 tablespoons ancho Chile powder 2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon     INSTRUCTIONS   Break up the bay leaf into small pieces and add it to your mortar. Use the pestle and grind it up a bit.   Next add in the oregano and thyme and ground until finely ground.   Measure and combine all spices, along with the bay, oregano and thyme in a container and stir to combine.   Store in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid and store in dry, dark place for up to 6 months or longer.   To use; measure 1 to 2 tablespoons per pound of meat or vegetables. Otherwise use more and less to your preference.     https://www.simplyscratch.com/chorizo-spice-blend/