For a deeper, more complex flavor, toast the dried spices in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes before grinding. Be careful not to burn them! Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to suit your preferred level of spiciness. This seasoning blend is also fantastic for flavoring ground beef, lamb, or even vegetarian sausage alternatives. When mixing with ground meat, use approximately 2 tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat. Adjust to your taste. For optimal flavor infusion, mix the seasoning with your ground meat a few hours before cooking, or even better, overnight.