Homemade Italian Seasoning
Homemade Italian Seasoning is full of classic herbs. It’s great for salads, marinades, or as a substitute for Italian seasoning packets in recipes.
A 2-STEP RECIPE
This Homemade Italian Seasoning Mix and Italian Seasoning is easy to make and is full of flavor. If you prefer to make your own seasonings then this is for you! I think it is the perfect blend of flavors. You can use it in any recipe that calls for a packet of Italian seasoning mix and you can also use it to whip up some homemade Italian dressing (which I will show you how to do below!) Making it at home allows you to control the ingredients used and makes it easy to adjust the flavors to your preferences.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
You can use it to make homemade Italian dressing, season meats and veggies, or replace a packet of Italian dressing mix in your favorite recipes like Crock Pot Angel Chicken, Crock Pot Swamp Potatoes, Slow Cooker 3 Packet Pot Roast, or Seasoned Crackers. It’s quick to mix, budget-friendly, and you’ll love knowing exactly what’s in it.
Keep the dry Italian seasoning mix in an airtight container at room temperature for about a year. Personally, I think for best flavor, try to use it within 6 months of making it. Store it in a cool, dark place away from heat and moisture.
Use about 2 Tablespoons of this homemade seasoning blend to replace one store-bought packet in recipes.
Keep the dry Italian seasoning mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a year (but for best flavor, use within 6 months.) Store it in a cool, dark place away from heat and moisture.
Once you make the Italian dressing with this seasoning blend, make sure to store it in a covered container and place in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Shake well before each use since the ingredients naturally separate over time.
ITALIAN SEASONING MIX INGREDIENTS: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)
HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE ITALIAN SEASONING MIX:
To a container, add all the Italian seasoning ingredients. Shake or mix until combined.
HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE ITALIAN DRESSING (USING THIS MIX)
To make the Italian dressing, combine 2-3 teaspoons of this Italian seasoning mix with the rest of the dressing ingredients into a mason jar. Shake until combined. Alternatively, you can add it to a bowl and whisk to combine.
Use as needed.
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Homemade Italian Seasoning
Ingredients
Italian Seasoning Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 Tablespoons dried basil
- 2 Tablespoons dried parsley
- 1 Tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 Tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 Tablespoon dried marjoram
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- To a lidded container (like a mason jar), add 2 Tablespoons dried oregano, 2 Tablespoons dried basil, 2 Tablespoons dried parsley, 1 Tablespoon dried thyme, 1 Tablespoon dried rosemary, 1 Tablespoon dried marjoram, 1 teaspoon dried sage, 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Shake or mix until combined.
- Keep store in a lidded container in an area away from sunlight, heat and moisture for up to a year (best flavor if used within 6 months.)
Notes
- Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.
- Nutritional information is for the entire jar of seasoning. Please use your own nutritional calculator if you need to break this down to individual serving use.
Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer
“The Country Cook” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories and other nutritional values can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.
Homemade Italian Dressing
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning mix (see notes below)
- 1 cup oil (avocado or olive oil)
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar
- ¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 1 Tablespoon chopped flat leaf Italian parsley
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- To make the Italian dressing, combine 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning mix, 1 cup oil, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice, 2 Tablespoons honey, 1 Tablespoon chopped flat leaf Italian parsley, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt into a mason jar. Screw lid on tightly and shake vigorously until combined.Alternatively you can put all the ingredients into a bowl and whisk until combined.
- Then serve over a green salad or use in a pasta salad.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer
“The Country Cook” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories and other nutritional values can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.
Love this
I added a little more garlic powder, fantastic!By the by, you are very pretty.