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Homemade Italian Seasoning Substitute
When you need an Italian Seasoning Substitute, this homemade blend is the answer. It takes just five minutes, uses simple dried herbs, and delivers a flavor that puts the store-bought version to shame. Keep a jar in your pantry and you'll always be ready.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon Dried basil
- 3 tablespoon Dried oregano
- 3 tablespoon Dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon Granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon Granulated onion
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 Bay leaves
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients into the bowl of a food processor.
- Pulse until bay leaves are finely chopped.
- Transfer mixture to a spice jar for storage and use in your favorite recipes.
Christina's Notes
Here's everything you need to get this blend right on the first try:
- Use herbs that still smell strong and fragrant — stale herbs make a flat-tasting blend.
- Pulse the food processor in short bursts for the best, most even texture.
- Don't skip the bay leaves — they add earthy depth that makes this blend taste complete.
- Let the finished blend rest for 24 hours before using it for the best flavor.
- Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dry spot — away from your stove or any heat source.
- Use within three months for peak flavor, though it will keep safely for up to 6 months.
- Shake or stir the jar before each use to redistribute the herbs evenly. - Double the batch and divide into small jars — they make excellent homemade gifts.
- Label your jar with the name and date so you always know how fresh your blend is.
- Swap this blend one to one for any recipe that calls for store-bought Italian seasoning.