Best Italian Seasoning Recipe in Under 5 Minutes
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I love making my own spice blends! This simple recipe is the best Italian seasoning for any recipe you come across. Making your own Italian seasoning takes five minutes and costs less than a single jar of the grocery stuff. You control the ratios, the freshness, and whether you want it aggressively oregano-forward or more balanced.
The bright Italian flavors in your own blend will add so much flavor to your meal. Making your own homemade mixes have so many benefits.
Why Make Your Own Italian Seasoning
Easy Recipe. Throw all the spices together and mix to combine. This easy seasoning blend is finished and ready for your favorite recipes. That spice packet you thought was so convenient just looks totally different now that you know.
Tasty. This herb mix will add flavor to pasta sauces, soups and salad dressings, really for many Italian recipes. Italian herbs come together to make your own homemade Italian seasoning with rich savory flavors. Perfect for pastas, stews, soups and marinades.
No added ingredients. One of the benefits of making homemade seasonings is that you don’t have to worry about anti-caking agents, fillers, preservatives, or gluten contamination when you mix your own Italian seasoning from scratch. Store blends often include these.
Customizable. If one of the spices on the list is a flavor you cannot stand, you don’t have to put up with it. Leave it out. Change up this versatile blend to suit your taste and needs. Add a few red pepper flakes to
Inexpensive. Making your own spice blends is a great way to save some money. They are cheaper to make than buying a grocery store version and the perfect addition to your spice collection.
Ingredients for the Italian Seasoning Recipe
- Dried Parsley. Adds color and bulk.
- Dried Oregano. Oregano is earthy, robust, and a little bit floral. It’s what makes pizza taste like pizza and marinara taste like marinara. Adds that traditional flavor you associate with so many Italian meals.
- Dried Basil. The sweet, slightly peppery backbone of the mix. Basil brings that recognizable Italian flavor without being sharp or bitter. Has hints of licorice flavor (anise) with peppery and sweet notes.
- Dried Thyme. Adds a subtle minty, woodsy note that rounds out the sharper herbs. A lemony, sweet, peppery spice.
- Dried Rosemary. Adds a subtle minty, woodsy note that rounds out the sharper herbs. Rich, contrasting woody and slightly bitter spice.
- Garlic Powder. Adds savory depth and makes the blend more versatile. Increase the amount according to taste.
- Onion Powder. Lays the foundation for a great seasoning!
Equipment and Kitchen Tools
- Small bowl – For combining everything evenly without losing half your herbs to static cling on a plate.
- Measuring spoons – These help make the best ratio.
- Airtight jar or spice container – Mason jars work great. So do those small glass jars with lids. Just make sure it seals tight.
- Spice grinder or mortar and pestle (optional) – I love mine for grinding spices and peppers.
How to Make the Best Italian Seasoning
Mixing up your own seasoning packets is so incredibly easy you will wonder why you’ve never done this before. Throw all the spices in a jar and shake it up until everything is evenly distributed. That’s pretty much it.
One of the benefits of making your own seasoning mixes is that you will use up your jarred spices faster, thus always having more flavorful, fresh spices in the cabinet.
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Step-By-Step Instructions
Combine garlic powder and rosemary in a medium-sized bowl.
Ad remaining spices.
Mix well to blend the mix.
Store in an airtight container.
Enjoy adding to your favorite soups and sauces. This also makes a great gift for neighbors and friends if you double or triple the recipe.
Tips for Best Results
Time Saving Tips
- Watch Dates – Do not use dried spices past their expiration date. Jarred spices should be replaced every six months once opened. If you can dry your own or purchase spices from a local farmer’s market the flavor will be even better.
- Smell it – Take a small pinch and smell it. If one herb is overpowering, adjust now before you jar it up. This is your last chance to tweak.
- Transfer to an airtight container – Pour the blend into a clean, dry jar with a tight-fitting lid. Label it with the date so you know when it’s time to make a fresh batch .Store the jar in a cool, dark spot like a cupboard or pantry.
- Use it – Make this recipe when you need a substitute for Italian seasoning by using as many of the spices that you have on hand.
VARIATIONS
Recipe FAQs
Parsley, basil, thyme, oregano, garlic, onion, and rosemary are typical spices found in the best Italian seasoning recipes.
Keep your dried herbs seasoning mixture in a clean spice jar or mason jar with a tight lid or in a different airtight container in your spice cabinet. You can even use a freezer-quality zipper baggy. Store away from direct sunlight.
Yes. You can put your Italian seasoning mix in the freezer for up to six months, however, freezing will diminish the flavor considerably. Best to store at room temperature in an airtight container and use quickly.
This specific blend of herbs works treat with Italian dishes. Add a teaspoon or two to marinara sauce or pizza sauce for a flavor boost. Add some to olive oil for a great marinade for chicken breast
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Best Italian Seasoning
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Storage Jar
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a medium sized mixing bowl combine all ingredients together
- Whisk until well combined
- Transfer and store in airtight container of your choice
LOVE! We make a lot of pizza in our house and love a good Italian seasoning. Somehow it’s never better than homemade.