Classic Italian Sausage Seasoning Mix
This old-school Italian sausage seasoning blend has that classic savory flavor perfect for homemade sausage, meatballs, pasta sauce, pizza toppings, and skillet meals. It leans traditional with fennel, garlic, herbs, and just enough spice to taste like something straight out of an old neighborhood deli.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp fennel seeds
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp ground coriander optional
- ¼ tsp anise seed
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl or jar and mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Store in an airtight container or mason jar in a cool dry place.
To Use
- Use approximately:
- 2 to 3 tablespoons seasoning per pound of ground meat
- Works beautifully with:
- ground pork
- ground chicken
- ground turkey
- or a pork/beef blend
- For the most authentic flavor, mix the seasoning into the meat and refrigerate overnight before cooking.
Mild Version
- Reduce or omit the crushed red pepper flakes.
Hot Italian Sausage Version
- Increase crushed red pepper flakes to 2 teaspoons.
Notes
Uses
Homemade sausage patties
Lasagna
Pizza toppings
Meatballs
Stuffed peppers
Pasta sauce
Italian soups
Breakfast skillet meals A 1-cup batch of this seasoning makes approximately:
Homemade sausage patties
Lasagna
Pizza toppings
Meatballs
Stuffed peppers
Pasta sauce
Italian soups
Breakfast skillet meals A 1-cup batch of this seasoning makes approximately:
- 16 tablespoons total
- Enough for about 6–8 pounds of meat
- Roughly 24–32 servings depending on portion size