Equipment
Ingredients
Herb Blend
- 1½ g dried oregano
- 1 g dried marjoram
- 1 g dried thyme
- ½ g dried basil
- ½ g dried rosemary
- ½ g dried sage
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition is estimated per serving. Nutrients without complete source data are omitted.
Full nutrition
- Calories
- 3 kcal
- Protein
- 0 g
- Carbohydrates
- 1 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
- Sugar
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 0 mg
- Saturated Fat
- 0 g
- Monounsaturated Fat
- 0 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat
- 0 g
- Potassium
- 13 mg
- Calcium
- 18 mg
- Iron
- 0.7 mg
- Magnesium
- 3 mg
- Phosphorus
- 2 mg
- Zinc
- 0.0 mg
- Vitamin A
- 2 mcg
- Vitamin C
- 0 mg
- Vitamin E
- 0.1 mg
- Vitamin K
- 10 mcg
- Vitamin B6
- 0.0 mg
- Niacin
- 0.0 mg
- Folate
- 3 mcg
- Water
- 0 g
Sources: USDA FoodData Central
Method
Place the dried oregano, marjoram, thyme, basil, rosemary, and sage into a small mixing bowl.
Stir the herbs together until the different leaves are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the finished herb blend into an airtight container.
Chef's Notes
- For a finer texture, pulse the finished blend in a spice grinder for 2-3 seconds.
Storage
Troubleshooting
Blend lacks aroma or flavor
Cause: The dried herbs used are stale or past their shelf life.
Fix: Lightly crush the blend between your palms before use to release remaining volatile oils.
Prevention: Check expiration dates on individual herb containers before mixing.
Cultural Context
Italian seasoning is a quintessential element in Italian-American cuisine, designed to capture the aromatic essence of traditional Italian cooking. While not a single ancient blend, it became popular in the mid-20th century as a convenient way to add authentic flavor to a wide range of dishes, from pasta sauces to roasted meats.
