I always keep a large bottle of Emeril's "essence" in my pantry. Here's the recipe:
Emeril's Cajun-Creole Seasoning ("Essence")
2½ Tbsp PAPRIKA
1 Tbsp ONION POWDER
2 Tbsp SALT
1 Tbsp CAYENNE PEPPER
2 Tbsp GARLIC POWDER
1 Tbsp DRIED LEAF OREGANO
1 Tbsp BLACK PEPPER
1 Tbsp DRIED LEAF THYME
Combine ingredients and store in an air tight container.
Emeril's Southwest Seasoning
2 Tbsp CHILI POWDER
1 Tbsp GROUND CORIANDER
2 Tbsp PAPRIKA
1 tsp CAYENNE PEPPER
2 tsp GROUND CUMIN
1 tsp CRUSHED RED PEPPER
1 tsp BLACK PEPPER
1 Tbsp GARLIC POWDER
1 Tbsp SALT
1 tsp DRIED LEAF OREGANO
Combine ingredients and store in an air tight container.