Name: Italian Seasoning Substitute
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 20 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Italian Seasoning Substitute

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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.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Your Blend 🔥
Lightly toast the dried herbs in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes before mixing to intensify their aromatic oils and deepen the overall flavor profile of your seasoning blend.
Crush Bay Leaves Strategically 🍃
Leave bay leaves whole in your blend but crush them slightly before adding to dishes to release their oils while keeping pieces large enough to remove easily before serving.
Store in Glass with Oxygen Absorbers 🏺
Keep your homemade Italian seasoning in an airtight glass container with a food-grade oxygen absorber to maintain potency for up to 6 months instead of the typical 3 months.
Balance Your Ratios by Flavor Profile 📊
Adjust the oregano and basil to 2:1 ratio for tomato-based dishes, but increase thyme and rosemary for meat and poultry applications to match traditional Italian regional preparations.
Bloom in Fat Before Using 🧈
Add your seasoning blend to warm oil or butter for 30 seconds before incorporating other ingredients to unlock the full flavor potential through the blooming process.

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