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4.7 from 15 votes

Italian Seasoning Recipe

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With just a few minutes of your day, this Italian Seasoning Recipe will come together with minimal effort. Made with Italy’s favorite aromatic herbs, you can add this versatile blend to practically any meal you prepare. From meats, veggies, sauces, even a homemade salad dressing.

an herb jar on its side spilling italian seasoning on a table with a little scoop scooping some up

Of all the spice blends I’ve used on this blog, Italian seasoning has to be in the #1 place by a landslide. This beautiful mixture of herbs is perfectly balanced and such a nice way to give a boost of flavor in any savory dish you’re looking to prepare.

Besides its ease of use, this recipe is also made with a mixture of herbs you’re sure to have handy in your pantry. These staples are fantastic on their own, but together they create a harmony you won’t be able to get enough of. You can, quite honestly, use your Italian seasoning in place of any dried herbs called for in a recipe.

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Ingredients

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  • Oregano
  • Basil
  • Rosemary
  • Thyme
  • Marjoram

Make sure you get these herbs dried rather than ground. You can adjust the amounts called for, or add some extras like salt, garlic powder, onion powder, or dried sage.

How to make Italian seasoning

  1. Mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container or jar.

This will make just under 3/4 cup of Italian seasoning. You can cut the recipe down or multiply it depending on how often you use Italian seasoning.

a little round bowl filled with italian seasoning and a little wooden scoop inside with a jar full herbs in the background

How long do homemade spice blends last?

Your Italian seasoning, as long as you keep it in an airtight container, will last 2-3 years. Dried spices won’t grow mold, so you’ll know it’s time to start fresh simply when the herbs are no longer aromatic. Here are some tips for making spices and blends last as long as possible:

  • If you’re using a freshly washed jar or container, make sure it is completely dry. Dry it with a towel, then leave it upside down on a dish rack for an hour. Any moisture left over can compromise your blend.
  • Tins or glass jars are best for keeping your blend fresh. Plastic is porous and can let air in and out.
  • Keep your blend in a dark, cool place such as a pantry or spice drawer.
  • Write the date you mixed the blend on the bottom of the jar to be able to keep accurate track of how old it is.
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What should I make with my homemade Italian seasoning?

Time for the most fun part! You’ve mixed the herbs, now what should you do with them? Here are some of my favorite recipes featuring Italian seasoning:

  • Minestrone Soup
  • Italian Stuffed Peppers
  • Baked Spaghetti Casserole
  • Italian Meatball Soup
  • Sausage Tortellini Soup
  • Italian Roasted Mushrooms and Veggies
  • Lasagna Dip
a little round bowl filled with italian seasoning and a little wooden scoop inside with a jar full herbs in the background

Check out my favorite homemade spice blends

  • Homemade Poultry Seasoning
  • Moroccan Spice Blend
  • Emeril’s Essence
  • Fajita Seasoning
  • Cajun Seasoning
  • Taco Seasoning
  • Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

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Italian Seasoning Recipe

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With just a few minutes of your day, this Italian Seasoning Recipe will come together with minimal effort. Made with Italy's favorite aromatic herbs, you can add this versatile blend to practically any meal you prepare. From meats, veggies, sauces, even a homemade salad dressing.
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon oregano (dried)
  • 2 tablespoon basil (dried)
  • 2 tablespoon rosemary (dried)
  • 2 tablespoon thyme (dried)
  • 2 tablespoon marjoram (dried, or 1 tbsp ground)

Before You Begin! If you make this, please leave a review and rating letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business thrive & continue providing free recipes.

Instructions 

  • Mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container or jar.
  • If you're using a freshly washed jar or container, make sure it is completely dry. Dry it with a towel, then leave it upside down on a dish rack for an hour. Any moisture left over can compromise your blend.

Notes

  1. This will make just under 3/4 cup of Italian seasoning or 11 tbsp. You can cut the recipe down or multiply it depending on how often you use Italian seasoning.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1tbspCalories: 8kcalCarbohydrates: 2g (1%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Sodium: 1mgPotassium: 39mg (1%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 188IU (4%)Vitamin C: 3mg (4%)Calcium: 43mg (4%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

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Audrey Davison
Audrey Davison
Posted: 1 year ago

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This is the ONLY Italian seasoning that I will ever use, it’s THAT good!!! I have even made this up to give to another friend who loves to cook. I have never found a store bought version that I like as something is always off, but this is the perfect blend. Thank you so much, Joanna. I love your recipes.

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Thank you! 🙂

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