Italian Seasoning – A Beautiful Mess

Once you learn how to make Homemade Italian Seasoning, you’ll never go back! I use it frequently for pasta, pasta sauce, soup, protein, potatoes, lasagna, and pizza. The best thing about this seasoning recipe is that it can be made with ingredients you probably already have in your spice drawer.

Related: Fajita seasoning, chili seasoning, taco seasoning, cajun seasoning.

Italian Seasoning Blend Ingredients

• Dry Baer
• Drying time
• Dried rosemary
• Dried marjoram
• Dried parsley
• Dried oregano
• garlic powder
• Red pepper flakes

How to make it

Prepare ingredients: Measure each spice into a small bowl.

Stir gently to mix or seal container and shake.

Store in an airtight container.

Optional step: If your rosemary (or other spices) aren’t as fine as you’d like, you can use a mortar and pestle to grind the spice mixture more finely before storing.

Tips on how to make it

• Use this seasoning to make your own Italian bread dipping oil. Simply mix 1/2 cup olive oil, 1-2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning. Serve in a shallow dish and serve with bread.
• You can customize this recipe to fit your diet by removing any ingredients you are allergic to or dislike, or by adjusting the spiciness level.
• This recipe can be adapted to what you have on hand and your personal preferences, so feel free to adjust the ratios to suit your tastes. You can also use dried minced garlic instead of powder if you want a little more texture.
• I often make my own sugar-free spaghetti sauce by mixing 1 cup tomato sauce with 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning.

How much seasoning is in each bag?

If you’re using a recipe that calls for a “packet” of commercial seasoning, you might be wondering how much of a “packet” of your homemade mix equals. One pack is usually equal to one ounce of seasoning, or about three tablespoons.

Shelf life

Homemade spices will keep in your pantry for 1-2 years. For maximum freshness, use them within 6 months. This goes without saying, but the fresher the spices you use, the longer they will last, so if this is a concern for you, avoid using spices that have been sitting in a drawer for years.

Other Spice Blends

• Octopus seasoning
• Fajita seasoning
• Chili seasoning
• Cajun Seasoning

Why homemade seasonings are the best

• The best ingredients – Homemade condiments, what’s in them (and what’s not)? do not have If you’re avoiding sugar, salt, dairy, and gluten, making your own seasonings is a great idea, and you can even use all-organic spices if you prefer.
• Unlimited Supply – When you cook Italian food as often as we do, relying on store-bought seasoning packets can be a pain. This way you always have what you need and can always make more if you run out.
• Great taste – This recipe tastes amazing. It’s so tasty and the whole family loves it.
• You can adjust the level of spiciness – This recipe is not spicy, but if you have extreme sensitivity to heat and don’t want it spicy at all you can leave out the red pepper flakes, or add more if you like it spicier.
• Preparation time – Making your own homemade Italian seasoning mix requires less than 5 minutes total prep time. It’s as simple as mixing the herbs and spices together and storing them in a jar.

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