Legume Free Herbes de Provence
Making your own spice blend at home is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off every single time you reach for it. This fragrant mix draws on the sun-drenched herb gardens of southern France, layering thyme, rosemary, savory, marjoram, and oregano into something that smells almost impossibly good straight from the jar. The optional fennel seeds add a gentle anise note, while the dried lavender flowers give the whole blend that signature floral lift that makes it unmistakably Provençal. Store-bought seasoning blends can be surprisingly tricky territory, since fillers and anti-caking agents sometimes sneak in unexpected ingredients — mixing your own means you know exactly what's in there. It comes together in about two minutes and keeps for up to six months in an airtight jar, so one quick batch seasons everything from roasted chicken to grilled vegetables for weeks on end. Rub it onto lamb, stir it into olive oil for dipping, or dust it over potatoes before roasting — the possibilities are genuinely endless.
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12 servings
- 2 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp dried savory
- 1 tbsp dried marjoram
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried lavender flowers
- ½ tsp fennel seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the dried thyme, rosemary, savory, marjoram, oregano, lavender flowers, and fennel seeds (if using) in a small bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
- 2
Transfer the blend to an airtight jar or container and store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat, for up to 6 months.