Italian seasoning

Italian seasoning is a blend of ground herbs that primarily includes basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, and marjoram as its base. Many Italian seasoning blends may also include some of the following spices: garlic powder, parsley, crushed red pepper, sage, savory, or coriander. The blend varies by brand, with many publishing vague, nonspecific ingredient lists.

Despite the name, it is an American creation; pre-blended, dry herbs are not common in Italy. However,  Bolognese consists of rosemary, sage, garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Flavor descriptions
This list represents a general mix for Italian seasoning.


 * Basil: Has a slightly spicy, fresh and sweet taste. It also offers an aromatic experience.
 * Oregano: Has an earthy, bitter flavor with a pungent smell.
 * Rosemary: Rosemary can taste bitter with woodsy, pine, and citrus notes. Rosemary also has a very green, earthy smell.
 * Garlic powder: Can be used as a substitute for garlic, with different, milder notes. It provides a savory flavor to the dish.
 * Sage: Has earthy and citrus notes with a hint of spice.
 * Coriander: Despite coriander and cilantro coming from the same plant, they have very different flavor profiles. Coriander can be described as earthy, sweet, and light in flavor.
 * Thyme: Has minty, citrus, and earthy based flavors.
 * Marjoram: Has sweeter and delicate notes that are not overpowering.