What is in Italian seasoning? A shortcut to adding extra aroma and flavor to nearly any dish. This homemade Italian seasoning recipe includes all the essential herbs and spices like basil, oregano, garlic and black pepper, but in balanced proportions so as not to overwhelm.<\/p>\n
This recipe is just one of our favorite spice blends<\/a>, so you can have fun exploring and discover more ways to recreate national and regional cuisines.<\/p>\n Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, and mix them well.<\/p>\n Use a spice grinder, a mortar and pestle or even the back of a spoon to grind the mixture into a coarse powder, working in batches as necessary.<\/p>\n We recommend storing your homemade Italian seasoning in an airtight container, especially one made of glass, because it\u2019s less likely to leak air than plastic. Place it in a cool, dry place such as your pantry, and use it within six months.<\/p>\n To freeze this recipe, place the mix in an even layer in a freezer safe bag and lay it flat in the freezer. Stored like this, Italian seasoning can last up to one year. An alternative way to store this herb blend is to mix it with olive oil, pour it into ice cube trays and freeze that for up to six months.<\/p>\n There are many recipes to make with Italian seasoning<\/a>, but some classic options include pasta bakes, roasted veg and herb-crusted chicken. If you\u2019d like, you can even make several types of Italian seasoning, each with slightly different recipes so you can customize which blends you use.<\/p>\n Both Italian and Mediterranean recipes<\/a> are known for a few signature features. First and foremost, it\u2019s important to cook with fresh, quality ingredients. Also, dishes are traditionally prepared in a simple manner, emphasizing the “less is more” approach.<\/p>\n Basil, oregano and thyme round out the most common herbs used in Italian cooking. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Combine the ingredients<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Grind the spices<\/h3>\n
Italian Seasoning Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Italian Seasoning<\/h2>\n
Can I freeze homemade Italian seasoning?<\/h3>\n
Italian Seasoning Tips<\/h2>\n
How do you use Italian seasoning?<\/h3>\n
What are the rules of Italian cooking?<\/h3>\n
What are the three main Italian herbs?<\/h3>\n
Italian Seasoning Tips<\/h2>
What else can you use to grind the spices when making Italian seasoning?<\/h3>You can also use a mortar and pestle, or a pepper mill if you have it, to grind the spices for this spice blend<\/a>.
What kinds of dishes can you use Italian seasoning in?<\/h3>There are so many recipes you can make with Italian seasoning<\/a>! Some of our favorites are lasagna<\/a> and slow-cooker pizza<\/a>.
What else can you put in Italian seasoning?<\/h3>We also recommend adding dried sage or marjoram to your Italian seasoning recipe. Have fun and make it your own!
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What else can you use to grind the spices when making Italian seasoning?<\/h3>You can also use a mortar and pestle, or a pepper mill if you have it, to grind the spices for this spice blend<\/a>.
What kinds of dishes can you use Italian seasoning in?<\/h3>There are so many recipes you can make with Italian seasoning<\/a>! Some of our favorites are lasagna<\/a> and slow-cooker pizza<\/a>.
What else can you put in Italian seasoning?<\/h3>We also recommend adding dried sage or marjoram to your Italian seasoning recipe. Have fun and make it your own!
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