Cajun Dynamite Dust

Note from Cheri: Famous Dave Anderson, of Famous Dave's Ribs N' Blues shared this recipe with Fabulous Foods. Use this spice blend to make Dave's fabulous Blackened Catfish & Shrimp (follow link for recipe). You can also use it to come up with your own recipes, as it is a great all purpose rub for blackened dishes. The recipe is part of a collection of "Down Home" cooking in Dave's fabulous book Famous Dave's Backroads and Sidestreets (proceeds from the book benefit charity). Click here to learn more about Famous Dave, his phenomenal rags to riches success story, and of course, more fabulous "Down Home" recipes.

1/2 C paprika 6 T kosher salt 1/4 C coarsely ground black pepper 3 T basil 3 T filé powder 2 T garlic powder 2 T dry mustard 2 T onion powder 2 T dried oregano 2 T cayenne (reduce by 1/2 if you want it mild) 2 T white pepper 2 T dried thyme

Makes 2 1/2 Cups Seasoning Mix Mix all ingredients together. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.