BHA & BHT Free Ras El Hanout Spice Blend

Making your own spice blend at home is one of the simplest ways to take full control of what goes into your food — and this North African-inspired mix is a perfect place to start. Store-bought seasoning blends often contain synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, but when you build a blend from scratch using pure ground spices and dried herbs, none of that is necessary. Turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon form a warm, earthy backbone, while thyme, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder round things out with savory depth. Optional cloves and rosemary let you nudge the flavor toward something a little more complex and aromatic if you're feeling adventurous. The whole process takes just a few minutes — stir everything together, transfer it to an airtight jar, and you're set for up to three months of deeply fragrant, preservative-free cooking. Use it as a rub for roasted meats, stir it into stews, or bloom it in oil to build a rich base for grain dishes. Once you have a jar of this on your shelf, it's hard to go back to anything pre-packaged.

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