Herbes de Provence is a classic blend of aromatic herbs used to flavor dishes from Southern France. It typically includes marjoram, rosemary, thyme, oregano, savory, and lavender. Buy why buy it when you can make it at home? Get creative with homemade Herbes de Provence and combine different herbs to create your own unique flavor.
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Herbs de Provence is a classic blend of herbs from the southern region of France. The mix is generally composed of rosemary, thyme, marjoram, oregano, savory, and sometimes lavender. It is commonly used to season grilled meats and vegetables and adds a unique flavor to soups and stews. Herbs de Provence can also be used to flavor soups, sauces, and marinades. It is a great way to add a little bit of French flair to any dish.
Herbes de Provence comes from the Provence region in Southern France. There are multiple renditions of this herb blend, but you will notice that most have the same base ingredients: thyme, savory, marjoram, rosemary, and oregano.
Everyone in the Provence region has their own personal recipe with various herbs and spices that they like to add. To make your own homemade Herbes de Provence, you can use the base recipe as a starting point and experiment with different herbs and spices according to your preference until you find the perfect combination. Lavender, tarragon, basil, bay leaves, and fennel are all great additions to homemade Herbes de Provence.
💖 Why You’ll Like This Recipe
- Herbes de Provence is a great way to add an authentic French touch to your cooking.
- It’s easy to make and you can customize it to suit your own tastes.
- The combination of herbs adds lots of flavor without a lot of extra calories or fat.
Once you’ve mixed together your homemade blend, store it in an airtight container and use to season all kinds of dishes from vegetables and potatoes to fish, chicken, and beef. If you want to take the taste of Southern France with you wherever you go, homemade Herbes de Provence can be a great way to add a burst of flavor to your meals.
🧂 How To Use Herbes de Provence
Herbes de Provence can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It’s easy to use and great for adding a unique French touch to your cooking. You won’t use the entire batch, so be sure to check with your recipe for the amount needed.
Here are some recipes that use Herbes de Provence:
- Cassoulet
- French Lentil and Carrot Soup
- Air Fryer Shrimp Po Boys
- Ratatouille
- Provencal Ham and Bean Soup
Let’s look at how to make this classic herb blend.
📝 Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons Dried Thyme
- 2 Tablespoons Summer Savory
- 2 Tablespoons Marjoram
- 2 Tablespoons Dried Rosemary
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
Optional Additions (see notes):
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Dill
- ½ Tablespoon Dried Lavender
- 1 Tablespoon Tarragon (estragon)
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Sage
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Fennel
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Basil
- 1 Tablespoon Chervil
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Mint
- 1 Tablespoon Anise Seed
👩🏻🍳 Directions
Combine all ingredients (including your choices from the optional list, if you have any) into a small dish or bowl and thoroughly stir.
Use immediately or store in an airtight container or jar for up to 6 months.
📌 Recipe Notes and Tips
- The heavier herbs will make their way to the bottom of the blend so be sure to shake before every use.
- Because there are no preservatives, be sure to store in an airtight container away from humidity.
- This recipe can be used in place of store-bought in the exact same amount called for in your recipe.
- Using high-quality herbs will enhance the flavor of this recipe.
📖 Recipe
Herbes De Provence
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons Dried Thyme
- 2 Tablespoons Summer Savory
- 2 Tablespoons Marjoram
- 2 Tablespoons Dried Rosemary
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients (including your choices from the optional list, if you have any) into a small dish or bowl and thoroughly stir.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container or jar for up to 6 months.
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Notes
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Dill
- ½ Tablespoon Dried Lavender
- 1 Tablespoon Tarragon (estragon)
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Sage
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Fennel
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Basil
- 1 Tablespoon Chervil
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Mint
- 1 Tablespoon Anise Seed
- The heavier herbs will make their way to the bottom of the blend so be sure to shake before every use.
- Because there are no preservatives, be sure to store in an airtight container away from humidity.
- This recipe can be used in place of store-bought in the exact same amount called for in your recipe.
- Using high-quality herbs will enhance the flavor of this recipe.
- Use as directed in recipes.
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