Cinnamon Free Italian Seasoning
Store-bought spice blends are sneaky — cinnamon has a way of showing up in Italian seasoning mixes as a "warming" background note, which makes label-reading exhausting for anyone who needs to avoid it. This homemade blend keeps things clean and classic, built entirely from oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram, with optional sage and red pepper flakes if you want a little depth or heat. Every ingredient is exactly what it says it is, so there's no guessing and no unwanted surprises. The result is a fragrant, herbaceous blend that smells like a proper Italian kitchen and works beautifully on pasta, roasted vegetables, pizza, grilled chicken, and more. It comes together in about a minute with a single bowl and a stir, then stores in a jar for up to a year — meaning you make it once and reach for it constantly. Having a reliable, safe blend on hand is genuinely one of those small kitchen wins that makes everyday cooking feel effortless.
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16 servings
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp dried marjoram
- 1 tsp dried sage (optional)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, and sage and red pepper flakes, if using, in a small bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
- 2
Transfer to an airtight jar or container and store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.