Italian Seasoning
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Want to add the authentic flavors of Italy to your next meal? Whip up a batch of THE BEST Italian Seasoning. Keep it in your pantry for up to 6 months to transport your kitchen to Italy anytime! This flavorful blend of herbs and spices is an easy recipe to mix up for chicken marinades, seasoning veggies, and adding to pasta sauces.
This Italian seasoning recipe has been a staple in my pantry since 2018. I’ve used it in dozens of recipes, and even when I double the amount of seasoning mix, I still find myself mixing up a new batch all the time!
It’s a versatile seasoning that adds wonderful flavor and texture to everything you add it to! The seven herbs and spices found in this Italian spice blend combine for a symphony of flavors. This seasoning blend can be used in marinades for meats, like chicken, pork or steak, or it can be added to sauces, soups and so much more!
The possibilities really are endless when it comes to ways that you can use this Italian seasoning blend! The best part is, it only takes 5 minutes to whip up this recipe. You can easily double it and store it in the pantry for up to 6 months. This way, you’ll have flavorful Italian seasoning ready to go whenever you want to transport your taste buds to Italy!
Ingredients
Here I explain what’s in this homemade Italian seasoning recipe and what each herb or spice adds to the mix. For the exact ingredient measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Dried basil – this herb is an aromatic, found in almost every Italian recipe. It’s mostly sweet, with a touch of savory and notes of pepper.
- Dried oregano – one of the most versatile Italian herbs, you’ll always find pizza and pasta sauces seasoned with oregano. It’s essential in a delicious Italian herb blend.
- Dried thyme – the lemony notes of thyme add a bright, fresh flavor to the seasoning mix. And it’s one of the main herbs found in Italian cooking.
- Dried minced garlic – instead of using garlic powder, I like to use dried minced garlic in this Italian seasoning to add a nice texture to the mix.
- Dried minced onions – just like the garlic, I prefer minced onions, over onion powder, for the tasty texture and flavor they add to the mix.
- Dried rosemary – this robust, woodsy herb is a nice complement to the other herbs in this seasoning mix. It adds a delicious peppery flavor that pairs perfectly with the garlic and thyme.
- Red pepper flakes – a hint of spice is a nice addition to this Italian seasoning. If you prefer no spice, you can omit this ingredient.
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl.
- Store in an airtight container in the pantry for up to 6 months.
How to make Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
To make Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, add 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning to 1 cup of breadcrumbs.
Italian seasoned breadcrumbs are great for using in recipes like chicken or eggplant parmesan, meatballs, or meatloaf.
How to make Italian dressing
In a small bowl combine 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or olive oil) while whisking the oil in with the other ingredients.
Serve tossed with fresh chopped greens to make a delicious Italian salad.
Other ways to use it
This homemade Italian seasoning mix can be used in traditional Italian recipes like pizza sauce, marinara sauce, meatballs, and lasagna. It can also be used to marinate chicken or beef, or sprinkle it over vegetables before roasting. The possibilities really are endless!
Check out this list of delicious recipes to use it in!
- Sides: Cheesy Pull Apart Rolls (pictured above), Garlic Knots, Pull Apart Pepperoni Pizza Rolls, Buffalo Cheesy Pizza Bread, Pizza Rolls, Garlic Bread
- Pastas: One Pot Italian Sausage Shells & Cheese, Italian Drunken Noodles, Three Cheese Manicotti with Italian Sausage Marinara, One Pot Mushroom Sausage Lasagna, Three Cheese Baked Ziti, Caprese Pasta, Bolognese Meat Sauce
- Proteins: Italian Flank Steak with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Sheet Pan Chicken with Goat Cheese & Pesto, Slow Cooker Italian Meatballs with Marinara, Italian Meatloaf, Italian Meatballs, The BEST Steak marinade
More homemade seasonings
Stock your pantry with all of my homemade seasoning blends to add flavor to every meal!
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Italian Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried minced onions
- 1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried rosemary
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl or mason jar.
- Store in the pantry for up to 6 months.
Notes
- This recipe makes 8 tablespoons of Italian seasoning. If you’d like to make a double batch of the seasoning, simply click on the 2X button above. The ingredient amounts in the recipe card will automatically update to accommodate the new serving size.
- The Italian seasoning will stay good, stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, like the pantry, for up to 6 months. After that the spice blend will not “go bad” but as dried herbs and spices sit longer, they begin to lose their flavor.
- I recommend storing the seasoning mix in an 8 ounce mason jar. If doubling the recipe, use a pint size or 16 ounce mason jar. I recommend labeling the Italian seasoning with a date and using the seasoning mix within 6 months.
- This homemade Italian seasoning recipe is naturally gluten free, vegan and Whole30 approved.
Nutrition Facts
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2 Comments on “Italian Seasoning”
How many tablespoons of this mix would equal 1 packet of Italian dressing mix? And, what would you mix it with to make Italian dressing?
Thank you,
Michele
Hi Michele, a packet is usually about 1 oz, which is 2 tbsp of the mix. To make Italian dressing, mix 1/4 cup white vinegar with 2/3 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp water and 2 tbsp of the Italian seasoning mix. Enjoy!