Homemade Italian Seasoning is an easy blend of dried herbs like basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Perfect for adding flavor to pasta, chicken, vegetables, and more.

Homemade Italian Seasoning is one of those simple pantry staples that makes everyday cooking easier and more flavorful. Making a homemade version instead of buying the bottle from the store is just so easy.

 

Making your own seasoning blend at home means you can customize the flavor exactly how you like it and skip any unnecessary additives. It comes together in minutes and stores beautifully, making it a convenient go-to whenever you need to add a boost of herby flavor to your favorite recipes.

I use Italian Seasoning in a lot of recipes, so it is great to be able to mix up my own blend in just minutes. There’s so much flavor from the dried herbs and this lasts forever in the pantry.

Ingredients You’ll Need

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• Dried basil
• Dried oregano
• Dried rosemary
• Dried thyme
• Dried marjoram
• Dried sage

How to Make Italian Seasoning

• Mix. Put all of the ingredients in a bowl, and stir until they’re well mixed.
• Package. Place the Italian seasoning in a jar or bag, and you’re done! 

Recipe Tips & Suggestions

• Don’t use old herbs. Dried herbs and spices lose some of their flavors over time. For best results, make this Italian seasoning with dried herbs that you have recently purchased.
• Buy bulk. Herbs and spices are almost always cheaper if you buy them at a store that sells them in bulk. If you buy your dried herbs in bulk, you’ll be able to make Italian seasoning for a fraction of what it costs in the grocery store. 
• Add spice. If you want to add a little bit of heat to your Italian seasoning, just add some red chili flakes. Chili flakes and Italian herbs are a classic pairing, so it’s a great addition to this spice blend.
• Adjust to your tastes. Every spice company has a different recipe for their Italian seasoning herb blend. So feel free to change the recipe based on your tastes. If you really like certain herbs, add more of them, until the blend tastes perfect to you. 
• Store in the dark. Make sure to store your homemade Italian seasoning in a dark place. That will ensure that the blend lasts for a long time, and maintains all of its flavor. 

How to Use It 

You can use this herb blend instead of dried herbs in most recipes. And it makes a great garnish on top of your favorite Italian foods. But Italian seasoning is also a featured ingredient in a lot of recipes. Here are a few of my favorite foods to make that use this blend of classic herbs.

• Italian Cheese Pull Apart Bread
• Italian Sausage Casserole
• Italian Chicken Meatballs
• Cheesy Garlic Bread
• Marry Me Chicken
• Stuffed Pepper Casserole

How to Store Italian Seasoning

After making this herb blend, store it in an airtight container in a dark place. You don’t want the Italian seasoning to be exposed to direct sunlight. Because it’s made of dried spices, this blend will last indefinitely. However, the flavors will start to fade and get a little stale, so I recommend using this homemade Italian seasoning within a year. 

More Spice Blends and Mixes to Make

As I mentioned before, I love to make my own spice blends. Here are a few more blends, mixes, and seasonings that you can make at home.

• Pumpkin Pie Spice
• Italian Dressing Mix
• Pork Chop Seasoning
• Homemade Taco Seasoning
• Ranch Dressing Mix
• Onion Soup Mix
• Homemade Brownie Mix