Sesame Free Italian Herb Blend
Store-bought spice blends can be a minefield — shared production lines and mystery "natural flavors" make it genuinely hard to trust what's in the jar. This homemade blend puts you fully in control, using nothing but pure dried herbs you can source and verify yourself. The combination of oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, and optional sage creates that classic, deeply aromatic Italian flavor profile that makes everything from pasta sauce to roasted vegetables taste like it took hours. Crumbling the rosemary by hand before mixing is a small step that makes a real difference, helping the blend measure evenly and distribute beautifully across whatever you're cooking. A pinch of red pepper flakes is optional, but it adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Mixed in minutes and stored in an airtight jar, this blend stays fresh for up to six months — meaning you'll always have a reliable, safe seasoning within arm's reach.
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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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