Carrageenan Free Italian Herb Blend
Homemade spice blends are one of those small kitchen projects that pay off every single time you reach for them. Store-bought Italian seasoning often contains anti-caking agents and fillers that can sneak in unwanted additives — making a batch from scratch the cleanest, most straightforward option. This blend layers oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram into a fragrant, balanced mix that smells like a proper Italian kitchen the moment you open the jar. The tip about crumbling the rosemary by hand is a small but genuinely useful step — it keeps the texture consistent so the blend sprinkles evenly over pizza, pasta, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats. Optional sage adds a slightly earthy depth, while a pinch of red pepper flakes brings just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Stored in an airtight jar away from heat and light, it stays potent for up to six months, which means you'll always have a reliable, additive-free seasoning ready to go.
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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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