Italian herbs

If there is one thing that conjures up the taste of Italy, it is the aroma of fresh herbs – ‘erbe aromatiche fresche’. No self-respecting Italian nonna would be without her ‘mazzetto aromatico’ or bouquet garni when making her delicious sauces. Here, find 6 classic Italian herbs that you can grow at home.

Italian seasoning originated in the Mediterranean, but nowadays you'd never be able to actually find it in its namesake country. Its main use is to mirror the flavors of Italian cuisine outside of Italy. From ChowhoundThis is your traditional Italian Seasoning which is mainly made from a blend of dried Italian-inspired herbs rather than spices.

Make your own traditional homemade Italian Seasoning blend to add to your favorite recipes, from pasta sauces and roasted vegetables, to pizza on the grill. This Italian herb seasoning blend can be used in any Italian dishes or recipes that could use the extra flavor of fresh herbs when they aren’t available.

Italian Herb Blend uses common spice cabinet ingredients to give amazing flavor to your favorite proteins, sauces, and dressings.

I’ve bought bottled Italian spice – the pre-made kind for years – and I never thought much of it. Now I always make my own Italian seasoning! Try just one time running out of seasoning and you’ll be inspired to find a way to replicate that flavor – which in turn leads you to find …

In Italy, herbs often feature as an ingredient rather than seasoning - what would a 'caprese' be without basil? Or a 'salsa verde' without parsley? Many different types of 'piante aromatiche' are grown in kitchen gardens or pots on sunny terraces within reach of the kitchen but these top 5 herbs stand out as the most loved (and used) in Italian cooking...

Italian Seasoning is a blend of seven various dried herbs and spices whisked together and ready in less than a minute! A handy homemade seasoning that goes well with pasta sauce, marinara sauce, pizza, or chicken and beef dishes!

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This homemade Italian seasoning recipe is sure to become a new favourite! It's easy to throw together and have on hand in the kitchen!