Homemade Italian Seasoning

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Making this homemade Italian seasoning only takes a minute! 5 herbs is all you need to make it. It’s perfect for seasoning various dishes and cheaper than the shop-bought one.

Homemade Italian Seasoning

Italian seasoning uses:

  • Add it to your pizza sauce (I have a recipe for a Pizza Sauce on the blog. This homemade Italian seasoning can be used to make it!).
  • Use it in Pasta Dishes.
  • Make tasty dressings (for tasty Goat Cheese Salad).
  • Season whole chicken with it.

Is oregano and Italian seasoning the same?

No. Oregano is herb while Italian seasoning is a mix of herbs (including oregano).

Homemade Italian Seasoning Ingredients

What is Italian seasoning made of?

The list of ingredients may vary from brand to brand, but the main ones are rosemary, oregano, thyme and basil. To this mix, sage or marjoram can be also added. Sometimes you can find also chili flakes or garlic powder on the list of ingredients.

This homemade Italian seasoning uses the four main herbs to which I added marjoram.

Homemade Italian Seasoning Optional Extras

How to make Italian seasoning at home?

The whole process can’t be easier. All you need is a jar with a lid or a Ziploc bag or an air-tight container where you will keep the seasoning.

Then combine all the ingredients mentioned in the recipe, close, shake and you are done! This only takes a minute, maybe two if you are having trouble finding a container for it.

If you like making seasonings from scratch, try also Homemade Fajita Seasoning.

Homemade Italian Seasoning from Dried Herbs

Useful tips when making Homemade Italian seasoning

  • If you feel that your herbs are roughly chopped and you prefer finer texture, try to process them in a food processor or coffee grinder.
  • When using this Italian seasoning mix to make Italian dressing, a little goes a long way.
  • Like I’ve already mentioned dried rosemary, thyme, oregano and basil are the main ingredients. You don’t have to add anything else if you don’t want to or don’t have anything else on hand.
  • This homemade Italian seasoning mix does not contain any salt. However, you can add some to the mix, if you like. If you do, just remember this when cooking as you might need to reduce the salt in the recipe).
  • If you don’t have all the herbs on hand, use those that you have and add sage to the mix or garlic powder, if desired.
Homemade Italian Seasoning Mix
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Homemade Italian Seasoning

Making this homemade Italian seasoning only takes a minute! 5 herbs is all you need to make it. It’s perfect for seasoning various dishes and cheaper than the shop-bought one.
Prep Time1 minute
Total Time1 minute
Servings: 7 Tablespoons of Seasoning (⅓ cup)
Author: Julia

Ingredients

Instructions 

  • In a jar, combine all the ingredients. Close it with a lid and give it a good shake.
  • Use for seasoning pasta sauces, chicken dishes, pizza sauce, dressing ….

Notes

  • Salt, garlic powder or dried sage can also be added to the mix.
  • Store in an air-tight container in a dry place.

Nutrition

Calories: 8 kcal, Carbohydrates: 2 g (1%), Sodium: 1 mg, Potassium: 32 mg (1%), Fiber: 1 g (4%), Vitamin A: 90 IU (2%), Vitamin C: 0.8 mg (1%), Calcium: 55 mg (6%), Iron: 2.1 mg (12%)
Course: Seasoning
Cuisine: Italian
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  1. This is the perfect blend of seasonings to have in your pantry at all times. I love to add this to my pizza sauce.5 stars

  2. I love Italian seasoning, but always buy it from the store. Will give this a go for sure, it’s such a versatile mix!5 stars

  3. What a great idea to make and store your own Italian seasoning! Such a great combo of herbs in your blend! Perfect for so many recipes!5 stars