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Thanksgiving: Spicy and Smoky Turkey Spice Rub

Spicy and Smoky Turkey Spice Rub Adapted from Clean Eating Magazine
A nontraditional approach to a turkey spice rub that is mildly smoky and lightly spicy.

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Serves 12

2 tbsp chile powder
2 tbsp ground cumin
1 ½ tbsp paprika
2 tsp dried minced garlic
2 tsp dried thyme
2 tsp sea salt
2 tsp freshly ground pepper

Whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl.

This spice rub can be combined up to five days in advance and stored in an airtight container until ready to use.

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This recipe is part of a series featuring my Thanksgiving menu.

Other Thanksgiving posts:

Thanksgiving Menu Planning