Making your own spice blend at home is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off every single time you reach for it. Store-bought seasoning mixes can be surprisingly tricky territory — some brands use fillers, anti-caking agents, or shared processing facilities that introduce unwanted grains into what should be a simple herb blend. This homemade version keeps things clean and straightforward: just pure dried herbs, nothing hidden, nothing unnecessary. Oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram come together in a ratio that's deeply aromatic and endlessly versatile, with optional sage and red pepper flakes if you want a little earthiness or heat. Stir it all together, pour it into a jar, and you've got a blend that keeps for up to a year and works on everything from roasted vegetables to pasta sauces to grilled chicken. It takes about two minutes to make and genuinely tastes better than anything sitting on a grocery store shelf.
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Combine the oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, and sage and red pepper flakes, if using, in a small bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
Transfer to an airtight jar or container and store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
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