Copycat Lipton Dry Beefy Onion Soup Mix

I was in the middle of making beef with au jus for french dip sandwiches when I realized I was out of Lipton beefy onion soup mix, a main ingredient in my au jus drippings.  Not wanting to stop what I was doing to run to the store, I decided I would quickly try and make my own.  All I'm going to say at this point is that I will definitely not be buying those little packets again.  I can make a TON of this with ingredients I already have in my spice cupboard, and it was soooooo good.  The best au jus I have ever made!

Ingredients:

• 8 Tbsp beef bouillon powder (I like the Knorr beef granulated bouillon for this)
• 1/2 cup minced onion flakes
• 3 tsp parsley
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. Place all the ingredients in a mason jar or other airtight container, secure the lid and shake till well combined.  Keep in your spice cabinet or another dark, cool place.

Note:  2 Tbsp of this mix should replace 1 package of soup mix in your dip, marinade, soup or other recipe.  Try mixing some with sour cream for the most delicious dip!