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Have a recipe that calls for Tuscan Seasoning, and can’t find it in the store, or don’t know what it is? I’ve got you covered. Make your own using this easy recipe.
Tuscan Seasoning is similar in content to Italian Seasoning, but with a few added ingredients! We combine dried basil, oregano,rosemary, marjoram and them, then add fennel seeds and garlic powder. Grind it up in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, and you’re done!
There’s nothing wrong with store-bought spice blends. They’re easy and convenient, and reasonably inexpensive (for the most part). However, I really enjoy making my own where possible. Especially since it means I can control what does and doesn’t go in. Being able to amp up the basil if I want to or dial back the salt. This blend does not include salt or pepper – so you can add as much or as little as you prefer.
This Tuscan Seasoning is a much-tweaked blend that I like to use on pretty much everything. I leave out the sun-dried tomatoes or replace it with lemon zest – which makes a yummy addition to fish, or I add crushed red peppers to add a little kick.
Another way to use this is with olive oil and vinegar, to make a delicious vinaigrette. Use some fresh garlic and you’ll lick your (salad) bowl clean!
However it is that you roll, I’m providing the basis of the blend. The rest is up to you! It couldn’t be easier – see below!
Why this recipe works:
- Simple. Uses ingredients you probably already have in the pantry.
- Budget Friendly. No need to make an extra purchase!
- Adaptable. You can make this your own by adding salt, pepper, lemon zest or sun-dried tomatoes.
Kylee’s Notes
How to use Homemade Tuscan Seasoning
- Use it in place of Italian seasoning, on pork, chicken or fish.
- Blend with olive oil and vinegar to make a delicious vinaigrette
- Make Summery Tuscan Chicken Orzo.
Storing homemade spice mixes
I store mine in mini 4oz mason jars (affiliate link) with tight fitting lids
Ingredients
The full list of ingredients and quantities is found in the printable recipe card below.
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Tuscan Seasoning
Suggested Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp marjoram
- 1/2 tsp sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 tsp garlic powder
OPTIONAL
- 1 tsp sundried tomatoes finely diced
- lemon zest
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a mortar and pestle and grind to break u the fennel seeds.
- Store in a jar with tight fitting lid, and use as needed.
Tips & Notes:
How to use Homemade Tuscan Seasoning
- Use it in place of Italian seasoning, on pork, chicken or fish.
- Blend with olive oil and vinegar to make a delicious vinaigrette
- Make Summery Tuscan Chicken Orzo.
Storing homemade spice mixes
I store mine in mini 4oz mason jars (affiliate link) with tight fitting lidsnutrition facts
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Iris Capo says
Great recipe. No need to buy store brand. Economical and I had all the ingrediants. Happy Thanksgiving.
Kevin Okal(mojo) says
Loving very bit of what I’m reading.im definitely gonna try these mixes. I’m planning on seeing Abit of ginger and honey and olive oil then ble d and use as a steak rub or marinade and see what comes out.ik in the process of making a menu for a small steak house I’m planning to start and I wanna bring alien flavors in town 😆. Peace and light to you all. Mojo from Kenya.