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Italian dishes are always a delicacy! From parmesan marinara chicken to creamy zuppa toscana, everyone has a classic favorite italian dish. When we think of italian food, we might immediately think of pasta or the rich alfredo sauce. However, italian dishes get their incredible depth of flavor from homemade italian seasoning. This seasoning blend will ensure that every dish you make is full of unique italian flavors.
This italian seasoning blend brings authenticity to your everyday italian-inspired dishes. From classic italian soups to juicy italian meatballs.
This homemade Italian seasoning mix recipe uses plenty of herbs you are most likely familiar with and may already be using. However, when blended, these herbs and spices work harmoniously, making every dish rich in flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Homemade. Anyone can use store-bought italian seasoning, but when you make it yourself, the result is a more flavorful seasoning blend.
- Easy. This extra step takes less than five minutes and will take your cooking to the next level.
- Versatile. This seasoning blend can be used in a variety of savory italian dishes. You can even sprinkle it on pizza!
Ingredients for Homemade Seasoning:
You probably already have these dried herbs in your pantry. Here’s what you’ll need for the homemade blend:
- dried oregano
- dried basil
- dried parsley
- dried marjoram
- dried thyme
- dried rosemary
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and quantities.
Expert Tip for the Best Homemade Seasoning Blend:
When making a homemade seasoning blend, you want to use good-quality seasonings. The flavors are more robust and more natural.
How to Make Italian Seasoning
It is as easy as you can imagine:
- Combine all the herbs and spices in a small bowl. Whisk them well before adding them to a spice jar or an airtight container.
2. Season your favorite protein or pasta, and enjoy!
What is italian seasoning?
Italian seasoning is a blend of plenty of dry herbs and spices. Some of the main herbs include oregano, basil, and many more. These herbs are always featured in italian dishes, making these flavors a trademark for italian flavor.
Customize Your Seasoning
Spicy italian seasoning – This blend can be spicy with cayenne and red pepper flakes.
Serving Suggestions
- Chicken: Use this seasoning blend on pan-seared chicken breast to infuse it with italian flavors.
- Pasta salad: Food tastes best when seasoned in layers. Season your italian pasta salad with this seasoning blend.
- Pasta sauce: Season your favorite homemade pasta sauce with this classic spice blend. It will be the best spaghetti sauce you’ve ever tried!
Recipe FAQs
This seasoning blend is so versatile that it can be used in almost any dish, even if it isn’t italian.
This seasoning blend doesn’t contain salt, so you don’t have to worry as much about “overdoing it” when seasoning your food. Add about half a teaspoon at a time, and taste to readjust.
Making your seasoning blend ensures you know what you are consuming and that the blend has no additives.
How to Store Italian Seasoning
Storage. Keep this seasoning blend in a spice jar, cabinet, or pantry. Seasoning has an unlimited shelf life as long as it is kept dry.
More Homemade Spice Blends
If you enjoyed this homemade seasoning blend, try our other spice recipes:
- Chicken Seasoning Recipe – perfect for a flavorful chicken every time.
- Cajun Blend Seasoning – an incredibly flavorful blend; a must for cajun chicken pasta.
- Taco Seasoning Recipe – perfect for making your favorite mexican dishes.
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Homemade italian seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Tbsp dried oregano
- 1 Tbsp dried basil
- 1 Tbsp dried parsley
- 2 tsp dried marjoram
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
Instructions
- Combine all the herbs and seasonings in a small bowl. Give it a light whisk before adding it to a spice jar.
- Use it in your favorite dishes and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in a spice jar in a cabinet, cupboard, or pantry.
- If kept dry, the seasoning has a near-unlimited shelf-life.