This homemade Italian seasoning blend uses simple pantry staples to bring Italian flavor to your cooking. With just seven dried herbs and a few minutes of prep, you’ll have a versatile, salt-free spice mix that’s easy to store and use whenever a recipe calls for Italian seasoning.
There’s nothing wrong with store-bought blends, but if you already have these herbs in your cabinet, making your own is economical and fresh-tasting. Homemade blends are fast to assemble and save you from buying pre-mixed jars you might not finish before they lose flavor.
Make a batch, store it in a jar, and reach for it to boost sauces, breads, and roasted vegetables. This Italian seasoning sits nicely alongside other homemade favorites in the pantry.
🧡 Why we love this recipe
- Requires only seven common dried herbs you likely already have.
- Cheaper than many pre-made spice blends.
- Salt-free so you can control sodium to suit your taste.
- Great for elevating simple items like breadcrumbs, tomato sauce, or flavored butter.
📝 Ingredients
Gather the following dried herbs (see recipe card below for amounts):
- Dried basil
- Dried parsley
- Dried marjoram
- Dried oregano
- Dried rosemary
- Dried thyme
- Rubbed sage
✅ How to make this recipe
To prepare the blend:
- Add all dried herbs to a clean jar, seal the lid, and shake until well combined.
- Or, whisk the herbs together in a bowl and transfer the mixture into your storage container.
Full amounts and the printable recipe are provided in the recipe card below.
💡 Ways to use Italian seasoning
This blend is useful in many dishes. Try these ideas:
- Season plain breadcrumbs for coatings or stuffing.
- Stir into canned or fresh tomato sauce to boost Italian flavor.
- Add to pizza or pasta sauces for a fragrant herb lift.
- Toss with vegetables, olive oil, and roast for an easy side dish.
- Use in garlic butter for homemade garlic bread.
- Mix into burger or meatball mixtures before cooking.
- Whisk into vinaigrettes or pasta salad dressings.
🌱 Eco-Friendly Tip
Save empty spice jars. Reuse them to store homemade blends—remove old labels and write names with a marker or use a label maker for a neat look. Reusing jars reduces waste and gives you ready containers for future batches.
🫙 Equipment and storage recommendations
Once mixed, transfer the seasoning into an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat or sunlight to preserve freshness. If your container has a narrow opening, a small funnel can help with pouring. Properly stored, the blend will retain good flavor for several months.
🍽️ More DIY seasoning blends
If you enjoy making your own mixes, consider other homemade blends in your pantry rotation for tacos, grilling, breakfast sausage, or fajitas.
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Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix
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Homemade Grill Seasoning: The BEST Spice Blend for Meat & Veggies
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Breakfast Sausage Seasoning
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The Best Homemade Fajita Seasoning Recipe
📖 Recipe
Italian Seasoning Blend
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon rubbed sage
Instructions
- Add all dried herbs to a clean jar. Seal and shake well to combine. Alternatively, whisk together in a bowl and transfer to a jar.
- Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.
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