How to Make Italian Seasoning
Learn how to make Italian seasoning with simple spices and dried herbs. Customize it to suit your preferences, and use it to season pasta, chicken, soups, and all your favorite recipes!
The Best Homemade Italian Seasoning Recipe
Italian seasoning is a staple in our homes. It’s such an easy way to add incredible flavor to whatever you’re making! From American goulash to Pasta All’Amatriciana it’s always delicious.
Of course, you can find pre-made, store-bought blends in the spice section of your local grocery store. However, it’s way more budget-friendly to make at home, and you can customize the flavor to suit your preferences.
Store it for months and months, and you’ll never have a bland or boring meal again!
What’s In Italian Seasoning?
Every blend will vary slightly. For this recipe, we use common Italian herbs and spices. Buy everything in bulk to make it even more budget-friendly!
- Dried Basil
- Dried Parsley
- Dried Oregano
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Dried Thyme
- Rosemary
- Salt
- Black Pepper
Note: If you prefer a little more heat, try adding red pepper flakes, too.
How to Make Italian Seasoning
- Add all the ingredients to a jar.
- Close the lid, and shake to combine.
*Alternatively, you can add all the ingredients to a small bowl, and whisk until combined. Then, transfer the mixture to an airtight container or a jar with a lid.
Common Questions
Use equal parts of dried basil and oregano. The flavor won’t be quite the same, but it will be close!
Store your seasoning in an airtight container at room temperature, away from direct heat. It will stay fresh for up to six months! You’ll know your homemade Italian seasoning blend has gone bad when it’s dull in color and loses its aroma.
Use this blend in all your favorite recipes calling for Italian seasoning. It’s great in options like loaded veggie pasta salad, bruschetta chicken, low-carb pizza chicken, ground turkey meatballs, and cabbage roll lasagna! You can also use it in most Italian recipes, or mix it into salad dressing for extra flavor.
Homemade Italian Seasoning Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon dried basil
- 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 Tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a 4 ounce jar and tighten the lid. Shake the jar until the spices are well combined.1 Tablespoon dried basil, 1 Tablespoon dried parsley, 1 Tablespoon dried oregano, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Alternatively, add all the ingredients to a bowl and whisk together until combined. Pour Italian seasoning mix into a jar with a lid.
- Store seasoning mix for up to 6 months.
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I never buy store bought Italian seasoning anymore. This one has much better flavor and is so easy to make!