Love the spinach dip at restaurants like TGIFriday's and the Olive Garden? Make it at home with these easy-to-follow copycat recipes.

Let's face it: flavor makes everything better. This all-purpose spice rub is your new secret weapon in the battle against bland food.

3/4 cup paprika
1/4 cup ground black pepper
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 6 months.
Love the spinach dip at restaurants like TGIFriday's and the Olive Garden? Make it at home with these easy-to-follow copycat recipes.
Ah, the unassuming envelope of onion soup mix. It's more than just for onion soup (or dip). It adds tremendous flavor (and convenience) in all these recipes.
This Italian cheese is so versatile that it can be used in both sweet and savory recipes from cheesecakes to lasagnas.

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reviews & comments
May 23, 2008
Used this rub on beef brisket (five pounds). Coated thoroughly, rubbed into meat, refrigerated overnight. Seared brisket in two tablespoons of olive oil, placed in slow cooker with one can of beef broth, cooked about six hours. absolutely delicious! Recommend this one *****