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Homemade DIY Italian seasoning is a fragrant, herbaceous blend filled with basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram. It delivers that classic Italian flavor you love in pasta sauces, pizza, marinades, roasted vegetables, and homemade dressings.
Love the idea of filling your pantry with homemade seasoning blends? Check out my other recipes for spicy (or not) DIY taco seasoning and tangy DIY ranch seasoning.
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This simple pantry staple is earthy, slightly sweet, and perfectly balanced, giving you full control over freshness and flavor without any additives or fillers.
A full ingredients list, including measurements, can be found in the recipe card below.
One of the best things about cooking from scratch is the flexibility it offers. Check out my full list of ingredient substitutions for all your baking and cooking needs.
Step 1: Combine all of the herbs and spices in a medium bowl.
Step 2: Stir thoroughly until evenly blended.
Step 3: Transfer the mix into a clean, dry jar. Pro tip: Use a funnel to reduce waste.
This DIY Italian seasoning can be used in countless ways. Start with 1 teaspoon per cup of sauce or per pound of meat and adjust to taste.
Store your DIY Italian seasoning in a tightly sealed jar in a cool, dark pantry. It will maintain peak flavor for 6 months, though it can last up to a year.
Because this blend contains only dried herbs, refrigeration or freezing is not necessary. Simply keep moisture out of the jar and always use a dry spoon when scooping.
If the aroma fades noticeably, it is time to mix a fresh batch.
What can I use if I don’t have Italian seasoning?
You can combine dried basil and oregano with a pinch of thyme or rosemary to create a quick substitute that delivers similar Italian flavor.
What is Italian seasoning mix made of?
Italian seasoning mix is typically made from dried basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram blended together for a balanced, herb-forward flavor.
How do you make Italian seasoning at home?
Simply stir your dried herbs together in a bowl, transfer the blend to a jar, and store it in a cool pantry for easy, from-scratch seasoning anytime.
This post was originally a guest post by Andrea from Artisan in the Woods and has been updated with new links and improved step-by-step instructions.
Did you make this DIY Italian seasoning? If so, please leave a star ⭐ rating in the recipe card below (this really helps me out)… then, snap a photo and tag me on social media @melissaknorris so I can see! I love getting a glimpse of what you all make in your kitchens.
Melissa Norris
Skip the store-bought packets and make your own DIY Italian seasoning at home in just 5 minutes! This simple blend of basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram adds classic Italian flavor to pasta sauces, pizza, roasted vegetables, marinades, and more. Fresh, budget-friendly, and perfect for stocking your from-scratch pantry.
Course Ingredient
Cuisine Italian
Servings 16 Servings
Calories 4 kcal
Measuring Utensils
Mixing Bowl
Combine all of the herbs and spices in a bowl.
Transfer the mix into a jar. Pro-Tip: Use a funnel to cut down on waste.
Close the jar, tie on a tag, and it’s ready to go.
Serving Suggestions:
This DIY Italian seasoning can be used in countless ways. Start with 1 teaspoon per cup of sauce or per pound of meat and adjust to taste.
Recipe Tips:
Storage Instructions:
Store your DIY Italian seasoning in a tightly sealed jar in a cool, dark pantry. It will maintain peak flavor for 6 months, though it can last up to a year.
Because this blend contains only dried herbs, refrigeration or freezing is not necessary. Simply keep moisture out of the jar and always use a dry spoon when scooping.
If the aroma fades noticeably, it is time to mix a fresh batch.
Calories: 4kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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Melissa K. Norris inspires people's faith and pioneer roots with her books, podcast, and blog. Melissa lives with her husband and two children in their own little house in the big woods in the foothills of the North Cascade Mountains. When she's not wrangling chickens and cattle, you can find her stuffing Mason jars with homegrown food and playing with flour and sugar in the kitchen.
