Tri-Tip Marinade

1 cup lemon juice
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1 tbls garlic salt
1 tbls black pepper

Marinade a minimum of 6 hours in refrigerator (the longer the better)
Makes enough marinade for two 4-pound tri-tip roasts

Jaime's Taco Seasoning

Forget to pick up a packet of Lawry's taco seasoning for tonight's meal? Don't fear, just combine these simple ingredients and you will have taco seasoning that's even better than Lawry's.

1 tbls chili powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp paprika
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp black pepper

Combine in a bowl and add desired amount to your chicken or beef!

Tip: Make extra and save for next time!