Artificial Flavors Free Italian Herb Blend
When you make your own seasoning blend from scratch, you know exactly what's going into it — nothing more than real, dried herbs with no fillers, anti-caking agents, or mystery flavor additives that sneak into so many store-bought versions. This Italian-style blend layers oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram into a fragrant, well-rounded mix that smells incredible the moment you open the jar. Crumbling the rosemary by hand before mixing is a small step that makes a big difference, helping every pinch of the blend measure and distribute evenly across whatever you're cooking. The optional sage adds a subtle earthiness, while a touch of red pepper flakes brings just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Stir everything together, seal it in an airtight jar, and you've got a pantry staple that stays fresh for up to six months. Sprinkle it over pasta, rub it onto roasted vegetables, or stir it into olive oil for dipping — the uses are practically endless. Once you taste how vibrant homemade seasoning can be, reaching for a pre-packaged blend will feel like a step backward.
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12 servings
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary, crumbled
- 1 tbsp dried marjoram
- 1 tsp dried sage (optional)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Crumble the dried rosemary between your fingers until the needles are broken into smaller, roughly uniform pieces — this ensures the blend measures and disperses evenly.
- 2
Combine the oregano, basil, thyme, crumbled rosemary, and marjoram in a small bowl, along with the sage and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir until evenly mixed.
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