Italian Seasoning

Instead of using store-bought Italian seasoning, make your own at home! This simple blend of dried herbs is delicious in sauces, soups, and more.

Italian seasoning

Italian seasoning is one of those kitchen basics, like bread crumbs or a simple vinaigrette, that I prefer to make at home instead of buying at the store. I keep all the ingredients in my pantry anyway. I may as well combine them myself instead of picking up an extra spice! More importantly, making my own Italian seasoning allows me to control the balance of flavors. My homemade blend has a mix of sweet, earthy, and aromatic notes that I absolutely love.

I’ve shared my favorite Italian seasoning recipe below. Try it as written, or experiment with the ratios to make it your own. Once you find the right mix of flavors, this simple spice blend will become one of your go-to tools for seasoning sauces, soups, pizzas, veggies, and more.

Italian seasoning recipe ingredients

What is in Italian seasoning?

But let’s back up. What is in Italian seasoning, anyway?

This popular spice blend is a mix of dried herbs and spices. Commercially available blends typically include basil, oregano, and marjoram. They may also contain rosemary, thyme, savory, and sage. Occasionally, one will incorporate dried garlic. I keep mine simple, using these 5 ingredients:

  • Dried oregano,
  • basil,
  • marjoram,
  • rosemary,
  • and thyme.

Find the complete recipe with measurements below.

Jars of dried rosemary, basil, oregano, marjoram, and thyme

I love that homemade Italian seasoning is so easy to make! Add all the ingredients to a small bowl or jar, and stir or shake to combine. Store it, covered, at room temperature for up to 6 months.

Close-up shot of homemade Italian seasoning in bowl with olive oil and torn baguette

How to Use Italian Seasoning

Italian seasoning is such a versatile spice blend! You’ll find tons of ways to use it in your kitchen. Here are a few of my favorites to get you started:

How do you like to use an Italian seasoning blend? Let me know in the comments!

Italian seasoning recipe

More Favorite Spice Blends

If you love this recipe, try making one of these spice blends next:

Italian Seasoning

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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Serves 24
Instead of buying Italian seasoning at the grocery store, make your own at home! Feel free to adjust the ratios in this recipe to find a balance of flavors you love.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, stir together the dried oregano, basil, marjoram, rosemary, and thyme. Sprinkle onto roasted vegetables, or try any of the serving suggestions listed in the blog post above.
  • Leftover Italian seasoning will keep in an airtight container or lidded spice jar at room temperature for up to 6 months.
  • Makes about ¼ cup

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