Spaghetti Seasoning Mix
Homemade Spaghetti Seasoning is made with a blend of dried herbs, plus spices like garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and paprika. It’s perfect for seasoning spaghetti sauce as well as pizza sauce, garlic bread, soups, and more!
This easy recipe is a homemade version of the packets of spaghetti sauce seasoning sold at the grocery store.
I prefer making my own seasoning blends from scratch whenever possible so I can customize the ingredients and control the amount of salt added.
This spaghetti seasoning blend features fragrant dried herbs like rosemary, oregano, and basil. Ground spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika deepen the flavor of the seasoning without overpowering it.
The secret ingredient? Tomato powder. It’s easy to find online and makes your spaghetti sauce taste like it’s been simmering on the stove for hours, even if it’s just been 15 minutes!
Use this spaghetti seasoning mix to flavor your favorite pasta sauces, pizza sauces, soups, and more. It’s a versatile seasoning blend that works well in a variety of Italian-inspired recipes!
Tools You’ll Need
Grab the following items for preparing and storing the seasoning mix:
- Measuring Spoon Set – For measuring out the spices.
- Food Chopper or Food Processor — For finely chopping the dried rosemary.
- Small Bowl – For combining the ingredients.
- Wire Whisk – For whisking together the ingredients.
- Mason Jar or Spice Jar – For storing the seasoning mix.
Recipe Ingredients
This is your homemade spaghetti seasoning blend, so feel free to omit or substitute any of the herbs and spices listed below to suit your tastes.
- Dried Rosemary
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Basil
- Dried Thyme
- Cornstarch
- Garlic Powder
- Tomato Powder
- Onion Powder
- Granulated Sugar
- Ground Paprika
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt and Black Pepper
For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.
How to Make Spaghetti Seasoning Mix
- Add the dried rosemary to a small food chopper. Process until the pieces are very small, but not ground.
- Combine all of the herbs and spices in a small mixing bowl.
- Stir with a wire whisk until well mixed.
The above is simply a quick summary of this recipe. Check out the full recipe in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for all the detailed instructions.
How to Use This Seasoning Mix to Make Spaghetti Sauce
Add 3 tablespoons of this seasoning mix per 1 to 2 pounds of ground meat.
- Brown the ground beef (or other ground meat).
- Drain off the excess grease.
- Add the DIY spaghetti seasoning mix.
- Add your preferred sauce to the meat and simmer for 20 – 30 minutes before serving.
Katie’s Tip: If you don’t intend to drain off the excess grease, then you can add the seasoning mixture to the raw meat while it’s browning.
Tips for Making This Recipe
- Adjust the herbs and spices — You’re welcome to omit or substitute any of the spices used in this seasoning blend to use up what you have on hand or suit your personal tastes.
- Make it more or less spicy — ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes adds just enough heat to give your spaghetti sauce more flavor, while 1 teaspoon makes it slightly spicy.
- Adjust the salt — If you’re trying to watch your salt intake, you can always omit the salt from this seasoning mix altogether. Then, salt the spaghetti sauce to taste before serving.
- Make sure your herbs and spices are still good — Open each jar and give the herbs and spices a sniff; if they have a very faint smell or don’t smell at all, that means they’re very old and need to be replaced.
Recipe FAQs
Got questions about how to make this recipe? Here are the answers to a few commonly asked questions. Feel free to leave any other questions in the comments on this post and I’ll respond with answers.
Why is cornstarch used in this seasoning blend?
The cornstarch prevents the granulated sugar and tomato powder from clumping up. Don’t worry, the cornstarch won’t affect the flavor or texture of your spaghetti sauce!
How much does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 13 tablespoons, which is a little more than ¾ cup. You’ll be able to season roughly 4 to 8 pounds of ground meat with it.
Can this recipe be doubled or triple?
Of course! Homemade seasoning blends are easy to scale up and are perfect for giving as gifts!
Storage Instructions
Once whisked together, transfer the seasoning mix to an airtight container (such as a jar). If kept in a cool, dry place, the spice mix will last up to a year or more.
What to Make With Homemade Spaghetti Seasoning
This is the BEST seasoning for spaghetti sauce, but it’s also great in pizza sauce, soups, garlic bread, and more.
- Homemade Marinara Sauce
- Italian Sausage Gnocchi Bake
- Ground Turkey and Sausage Lasagna
- Skillet Baked Ziti
- Italian Wedding Soup
- Supreme Vegetarian Pizza
- Italian Sausage Lasagna Rolls
Try Making Spaghetti Seasoning at Home!
Next time you’re looking for a homemade version of your favorite spaghetti sauce seasoning, give this easy recipe a try!
Did you love how much flavor this seasoning added to your spaghetti? Leave a comment below and give it a review for others to see what you thought.
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More Homemade Seasoning Mixes:
Skip store-bought spice blends and make your own instead! This homemade Greek seasoning blend can be used on pork, chicken, seafood, and so much more!
This easy taco seasoning can be made in bulk and keeps for months if stored in an airtight container. Use it on tacos, in soups and stews, and more!
Add this homemade garlic salt to your spice cabinet and you’ll never need to purchase it from the grocery store again. Plus, homemade spice blends are super easy to customize exactly how you like!
BBQ Chicken Rub is the perfect seasoning for barbecue chicken. It features a mix of brown sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika for a flavorful homemade spice rub.
Southwestern Pork Rub is perfect to have on hand in your pantry. It features a mix of brown sugar, garlic powder, oregano, chili powder, cumin, pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt and pepper for a flavorful spice rub.
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Spaghetti Seasoning Mix
Homemade spaghetti seasoning is made with a blend of dried herbs, plus spices like garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and paprika. It’s perfect for seasoning spaghetti sauce as well as pizza sauce, garlic bread, soups, and more!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed into smaller pieces
- 1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano
- 3 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ tablespoons tomato powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, according to preference
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
- Add the dried rosemary to a small food chopper. Process until the pieces are very small, but not ground. Remove the rosemary and transfer to a mixing bowl.*
- Add the dried oregano, basil, thyme, cornstarch, garlic powder, tomato powder, onion powder, sugar, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the rosemary.
- Stir with a wire whisk until well mixed so that the ingredients are evenly dispersed.
- To store: Transfer the spaghetti seasoning mixture to an airtight container, such as a jar with a lid.
- Use in place of store bought spaghetti seasoning mixture. Add 1 “packet” ( 3 tablespoons) per 1 - 2 pounds of meat.
Making the Spaghetti Seasoning
Using the Spaghetti Seasoning
Katie's Tip: I recommend browning the beef (or other ground meat, such as ground turkey) and draining excess grease off of the meat before adding the seasoning mixture. Then, add your preferred sauce to the meat and simmer for 20 - 30 minutes before serving. However, if you don’t intend to drain excess grease off then you can add the seasoning mixture to the raw meat while browning the meat.
Notes
*not required, but recommended otherwise you have large sharp pieces of dried rosemary.
1 store bought packet = 38 grams = 3 tablespoons (approx.)
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 13 Serving Size: 1 tablespoonAmount Per Serving: Calories: 16Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 246mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 0g
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