Spice Free Herbes de Provence
Making your own herb blend at home is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off every single time you reach for it. This fragrant mix leans on classic dried herbs — thyme, rosemary, savory, marjoram, and oregano — rounded out with delicate lavender flowers and an optional hint of fennel, giving you that unmistakably sun-soaked, southern French character. For anyone navigating a spice-free lifestyle, store-bought seasoning blends can be a minefield of hidden chili powders, paprika, or pepper that sneak in under vague "spices" labels. This recipe keeps things completely transparent — every ingredient is a gentle, aromatic herb with no heat whatsoever. The whole process takes just minutes: stir everything together, transfer to an airtight jar, and you have a reliable, flavorful blend ready to go for up to six months. Scatter it over roasted vegetables, rub it onto chicken, or stir it into olive oil for dipping — it brings serious depth without a single fiery note.
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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)
Can be omittedfennel seeds
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.