Chili seasoning mixture

What you need:

• 1 Tablespoon ground chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  
• 1/2 Tablespoon seasoning salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• optional for added heat: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more)

What you do:
Mix together in an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place. Enough for one batch of chili made from 1 lb of ground meat.