A Rub For Beef or Venison:

There are several rubs you can buy at the store, that add great flavor to a good cut of beef, but they are loaded with sodium.  Here is a sample of what you can make on the cheap at home.  First go to the dollar store or grocery outlet and pick up a bunch of cheap spices.  Next pick up a six pack of beer (a 12 pack may be required if you make it extra spicy and maybe some tums). 

Next measure out the following seasonings:

1 tablespoon black pepper.

1 tablespoon ground Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon chili powder (or more if you like it spicy).

1 teaspoon paprika.

1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper.

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1-2 teaspoons onion powder

1/2 a teaspoon ground cumin (if you want that southwestern flavor)

Add salt if desired.  I think it tastes better without salt and is healthier.

Mix everything together and massage it into your steaks.  Let sit for about 15 minutes before cooking.