1 c. flour
1 c. cornmeal
4 tsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. onion powder
2 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1. In a heavy, plastic zip-type bag, combine the flour, cornmeal, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Shake the bag to mix the ingredients. Then mix makes 2 cups, which will season (4 (3 1/2 pound) chickens.

2. To use the mix: Remove 1/2 cup and place in a bag. Cut the chicken into serving pieces and place a few pieces into the bag at a time, shaking to coat.

3. Arrange in a lightly oiled pan and bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 40 minutes, turning the chicken once during the baking time. This recipe will serve 6.