Try making one or more of my spice blends to use this summer for a flavor boost in a variety of dishes!

Spice it Up!

One of the easiest ways to make food tasty is using a spice blend. Today I'm going to give you recipes for some basic but popular spice blends along with some ideas for using them all summer long.

All you need are some basic spices and an empty jar. Mix these together and they will last for several months in the pantry.

Enjoy!

Italian Seasoning

Combine 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper; 1 Tbsp dried thyme, crushed; 1 Tbsp dried rosemary, crushed; 1 Tbsp dried oregano, crushed; and 1 Tbsp dried basil, crushed. Makes 1/4 cup.

Use In:

Use in a Bread Dipping Oil
Make Herb-Roasted Chickpeas
Use in a Slow Cooker Marinara Sauce
Italian Turkey Sausage Subs
Italian Roasted Fries
Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites
Zucchini and Sausage Flatbread Pizzas
Grilled Italian Steaks

Greek Seasoning

Combine 1/2 tsp dried minced garlic; 1 tsp dried minced onion; 1 tsp dried marjoram, crushed; 1 tsp dried basil, crushed; 2 tsp dried thyme, crushed; and 1 Tbsp dried oregano, crushed. Makes about 3 Tbsp.

Use In:

Grilled Chicken Souvlaki or Chicken Gyros
Greek Grilled Pork Chops
Greek Salad Dressing
Greek Oven Roasted Potatoes
Add to sour cream or yogurt with some lemon for a great dip
Make Greek chicken, turkey, or beef burgers

Taco Seasoning

Combine 1 Tbsp salt; 1-2 tsp onion powder; 1-2 tsp black pepper; 3-4 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried oregano, crushed; 2 Tbsp. ground cumin, 1/2 - 1 tsp crushed red pepper; and 3-4 Tbsp chili powder. Makes about 2/3 cup.

Use In:

Beef, Chicken or Turkey Tacos
Chicken Enchiladas Verde Casserole
Lighter Burrito Bowl
Simple Homemade Mexi-Melts
Make Taco Pizzas
7 Layer Dip

Herbes de Provence

Combine 1 tsp fennel seeds, crushed; 1 tsp dried lavender, crushed; 1 tsp dried sage, crushed, 1 dried rosemary, crushed; 1 Tbsp dried marjoram, crushed; 1 tsp dried thyme, crushed; and 1 tsp dried basil, crushed. Makes about 3 Tbsp.

Use In: