Chili Powder recipe

12 dried, cored and seeded chiles*
3/4 tablespoon freshly ground cumin
1 tablespoon whole oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt

* 10 pasilla and 2 ancho chiles is a good combination.

Place all ingredients in a food process or blender and grind until fine. If you want it hotter, add cayenne pepper to taste.