Gut Friendly Italian Herb Blend
Keeping a homemade herb blend on hand is one of the simplest ways to add bold, layered flavor to everyday cooking without reaching for processed seasoning packets loaded with fillers, anti-caking agents, or mystery additives. This fragrant mix of oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, and optional sage brings the warmth of an Italian kitchen to anything from roasted vegetables to grilled proteins. Each herb in this blend has a long history of being gentle on digestion, making it a smart pantry staple when you're being mindful about what goes into your meals. The technique of crumbling the rosemary by hand before mixing is a small but meaningful step — it ensures every pinch you grab from the jar delivers a consistent, balanced flavor rather than a mouthful of woody needles. A touch of red pepper flakes is entirely optional, so you can dial the heat up or down depending on your tolerance. Once mixed, it stores beautifully in an airtight jar for up to six months, meaning you do the work once and enjoy the payoff all season long.
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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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