A mix of spices and flavors that will remind you of those chips that maybe you should be avoiding.

Awhile ago, I was at a camp with 33 students. As much fun as that sounds like it might be, I ate an entire family-sized bag of Doritos at the end of the first day to de-stress. That was the strongest thing I could find. There is something about those chips that is ridiculously addictive. I really don’t know what it is. What I do know is that those chips are not good for me. And, a whole bag? I knew better than that. Even though I enjoyed every tasty chip, I immediately went into a salt coma after finishing that bag. As much as I enjoyed the flavor of Doritos, I have not touched them since. But the flavor…

Recently, I came across a popcorn recipe that featured a spice mix reminiscent of those terribly addictive chips. Jack and I love a good date night featuring a movie and popcorn.  After tinkering with the recipe (it is no longer vegan), I have come up with a keeper. I’ve used it on popcorn and enjoyed it on homemade oven-baked potato chips which we devoured.

Better Than Doritos Spice Mix

Ingredients

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 tbsp finely shredded parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients.
2. Use to taste on popcorn, fried potatoes, grilled corn, and anything you’d imagine.
3. Store leftovers in an air-tight container.