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    Home » Recipes » Seasonings

    Homemade Italian Seasoning

    Published: Aug 22, 2023 · Modified: Feb 6, 2025 by Eileen Murphy Kelly

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    This Homemade Italian Seasoning is a great way to add some flavor to your cooking! It’s a blend of common spices that you probably already have in your pantry, and it’s so easy to make. Simply mix all of the ingredients together and store them in a jar or container. Then, use it as needed in any recipe that calls for Italian seasoning.

    A white bowl filled with fresh spices to make a DIY homemade Italian seasoning mix.
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    • ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Equipment
    • Instructions
    • How to store, reheat, and freeze
    • Expert Tips
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Variations
    • Serving Suggestions
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    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    • Our DIY seasoning is a great Homemade Italian seasoning substitute.
    • It's a great way to save money - no need to buy pre-made seasoning mixes!
    • It's all-natural and made with simple, recognizable ingredients.
    • And, it's so easy to make - just mix everything together and you're done!
    • Make a large batch of this homemade blend of spices. Keep some for yourself and give some to friends and family as a gift.

    Ingredients

    Ingredients needed with text to make italian seasoning at home.

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    • dried oregano
    • dried basil
    • dried parsley
    • dried thyme
    • dried rosemary
    • dried marjoram

    Equipment

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    • 8 ounce mason jars

    Instructions

    This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

    Steps to make a homemade Italian seasoning mix.
    1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk all the ingredients, oregano, basil, parsley, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram together to well combine.
    2. Use right away or store in the pantry for up to 1 year.
    3. Keep in an airtight covered container or mason jar.
    DIY homemade italian seasonings with a measuring spoon in the jar.

    How to store, reheat, and freeze

    • This is a great make-ahead seasoning mix to have on hand. Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. If you are storing this homemade Italian seasoning blend on a spice rack be sure to keep it out of direct sunlight to keep the flavors fresh.

    Expert Tips

    Expert Tip: Use this the same exact way you would any Italian seasoning you buy from the store. If it calls for 1Tablespoon of Italian seasoning in a recipe, use exactly 1 Tablespoon of this homemade seasoning.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is Italian seasoning made of?

    This recipe for Italian seasoning is a blend of common spices that you probably already have in your pantry. These include dried oregano, dried basil, dried parsley, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and dried marjoram.

    How do you use Italian seasoning?

    Italian seasoning mix can be used in any recipe that calls for Italian seasoning. Simply use the same amount of this homemade seasoning as you would any store-bought blend.

    Can I make this ahead of time?

    Yes! This is a great recipe to make ahead of time and have on hand. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

    Variations

    Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways that you increase the flavor of this dish.

    • If you want a little kick added to the Italian Seasoning, add about ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat.
    • You can also add a teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder for additional flavor.
    • If desired, you can also add ½ Tablespoon of dried sage for a more savory flavor.
    • Add this seasoning to a little olive oil for a delicious bread dipping sauce.
    • You can use a spice grinder to grind this to a powder if you prefer.
    The ingredients to make Italian Seasonings on a cutting board.

    Serving Suggestions

    • I love making homemade pasta sauces using Italian herbs like these. This Homemade Marinara Sauce is one of my favorite sauces to make using my own seasoning blend.
    • This seasoning would e perfect in our Italian Meatball recipe.
    • You can also use this homemade Italian herb blend in these Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers when you need a hearty dinner for busy weeknights.
    • This instant Pot Zuppa Tuscana is one of my favorite recipes to make with my own homemade Italian seasoning. The seasoning is a great way to add additional flavor to this creamy soup.
    • Sausage and Peppers, one of my favorite recipes would be perfect for a teaspoon of this DIY Italian seasoning.

    Similar recipes

    • If you love making your own homemade seasonings and saving yourself a trip to the grocery store then look no further than this homemade taco seasoning recipe.
    • Fajita Seasoning is another great homemade seasoning made with dried herbs.
    • This homemade cajun seasoning is another homemade version of your favorite store-bought seasoning blend to make at home to save a little money.
    • This seasoned salt recipe only requires a few simple ingredients and it's a great staple to keep in your spice cupboard for when you want to add a little more flavor to your food.

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    A mason jar with homemade italian seasoning in the jar.

    Homemade Italian Seasoning Mix

    Make homemade flavorful Italian seasoning at home. Adjust the spices to your preferences and enjoy your Italian food with homemade flavoring spices. An easy DIY spice blend with simple pantry ingredients.
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    Course: Seasoning Blend
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: diy italian seasoning, homemade italian seasoning, homemade italian seasoning mix, homemade seasonings
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
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    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 27 teaspoons
    Calories: 3kcal
    Author: Eileen Kelly

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    Equipment Needed:

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    • Measuring Spoons and Cups
    • 8 ounce mason jars

    Ingredients

    • 2 Tablespoons dried oregano         
    • 2 Tablespoons dried basil
    • 2 Tablespoons dried parsley
    • 1 Tablespoons ground thyme
    • 1 Tablespoon dried whole rosemary
    • 1 Tablespoon ground marjoram

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    Instructions

    • In a small mixing bowl, whisk all the ingredients, oregano, basil, parsley, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram together to well combine.
    • Use right away or store in the pantry for up to 1 year.
    • Keep in an airtight covered container or mason jar.

    NOTES

    Variations:
    • If you want a little kick added to the Italian Seasoning, add about ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.
    • Add a teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder.
    •    If desired, you can also add ½ Tablespoon dried sage.
    • If you struggle to find marjoram, order it online or simply exclude it from the recipe. No need to replace it, you’ll just end up with 8 Tablespoons of seasoning. This won’t ruin your Italian seasoning recipe.
    ●  Use this the same exact way you would any Italian seasoning you buy from the store. If it calls for 1Tablespoon of Italian seasoning in a recipe, use exactly 1 Tablespoon of this homemade seasoning.
    Storage: Combine all the ingredients in a dish or jar and mix well. Use right away or store in the pantry for up to 1 year.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.04g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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