
Making your own Italian seasoning blend is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off every single time you reach for it. Store-bought spice mixes can be surprisingly sneaky — some brands add anti-caking agents, fillers, or unexpected botanicals that don't belong in a simple herb blend. This homemade version keeps things clean and straightforward, with nothing but classic Mediterranean herbs like oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram doing all the heavy lifting. The optional sage adds a subtle earthiness, while a pinch of red pepper flakes brings just enough warmth to make pasta sauces, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats sing. Stirring it together takes less than five minutes, and once it's sealed in a jar, you've got a reliable, fragrant blend ready to go for up to six months. It's the kind of pantry staple that quietly makes everything taste better.
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Combine the oregano, basil, thyme, crumbled rosemary, marjoram, and sage and red pepper flakes if using in a small bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
Transfer the blend to an airtight jar or container and seal. Store at room temperature away from heat and light for up to 6 months.
