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Tuscan Spice Mix

June 20, 2014

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Not quite the same as an Italian spice blend, this Tuscan Spice Mix not only has the flavors of Tuscany, but has a kick with some crushed red pepper.

Not quite the same as an Italian spice blend, this Tuscan Spice Mix not only has the flavors of Tuscany, but has a kick with some crushed red pepper.

 

There are so many different types of pre-made spice mixes out there. While they taste good, I want to know what’s in them so I can make them at home. They’re sometimes not so cheap to purchase and you don’t really know how fresh the ingredients are in that little jar.

 

While I trust the more mainstream brands, I don’t trust the grocery to keep the stock rotated well and sometimes you just can’t tell how long it’s been sitting on the shelf. Some jars have dates on them, but still…

 

So, when I saw a jar of this on the shelf I was determined to research and find what makes up a “Tuscany” spice blend. Searches will give you millions of results. I started with wiki to see what flavors are typical of Tuscany and just ran with it.

 

Not quite the same as an Italian spice blend, this Tuscan Spice Mix not only has the flavors of Tuscany, but has a kick with some crushed red pepper.

 

Looks pretty tasty, doesn’t it? Well, it is. I’ve already used it in the crumb mixture for the Roasted Beet and Crispy Goat Cheese Salad. If you haven’t read that post, why not? Go. Read it now. I’ll wait.

 

See? I told you it looked amazing! And it does taste delicious. I will be using it soon for another upcoming recipe. So, yeah. You’ll have to just drop back by and see what it is.

 

While the initial cost of spice mixes is a bit high, there’s not one herb or spice that I have purchased that can only be used in one type of spice mix. And it’s not like there’s a really expensive ingredient that’s used in any of these blends.

 

So, I suggest you whip up a batch of this and plan on using it with my crispy goat cheese and other recipes I have up my sleeve. Oh, and it’s also tasty over roasted chicken. Just sayin…

 

Tuscan Spice Mix

Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Not quite the same as an Italian spice blend, this Tuscan Spice Mix not only has the flavors of Tuscany, but has a kick with some crushed red pepper.

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons dried basil
  • 3 tablespoons granulated garlic
  • 3 tablespoons kosher or flaked sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons dried or crushed rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flake

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Store in an airtight container for up to one month, or in the freezer for up to three months.
© Chris Campbell
Category: Gifts From the Kitchen
Not quite the same as an Italian spice blend, this Tuscan Spice Mix not only has the flavors of Tuscany, but has a kick with some crushed red pepper.

 

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Filed Under: Gifts From the Kitchen, ItalianTagged: dry rub, easy, European, Italian, quick, roasting, salad, spice mix

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  1. Andrea says

    October 23, 2017 at 12:25 am

    But but but!
    Sundried tomatoes!!
    You forgot!

    *trying to find the perfect copycat of this*
    Will be trying this, but adding the SDT… 😉

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    • Chris says

      November 3, 2017 at 6:51 pm

      You are so right! I might have to revamp this recipe. Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Kimberly Lewis says

    July 28, 2014 at 11:28 pm

    This sounds so good! Pinned. Please join us tonight at 7 pm and party with us. We would love to have you! http://loulougirls.blogspot.com
    Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls

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  3. Michelle Meche says

    July 27, 2014 at 6:33 pm

    I would love this on roasted chicken. And potatoes. And grilled pork chops. And…and…and.
    What do ya know?! I have all the ingredients to make it too!
    Thanks for sharing, Christie.

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  4. Michelle Nahom says

    July 27, 2014 at 12:29 am

    Looks good, Christie! I need to try that goat cheese salad soon! I need to start making more of our own spice blends.

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  5. Cynthia McCloud Woodman says

    July 25, 2014 at 10:34 pm

    Great idea! I love spice mixes. This would be a great gift!

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  6. Audrey says

    July 25, 2014 at 9:30 pm

    Oh yummy! I bet this would be great on a lot of things.

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  7. Helen @ Pleasures of the NW says

    July 24, 2014 at 4:12 am

    hmmm – I think I need to try this!

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  8. Karen says

    July 22, 2014 at 7:38 pm

    This looks great and I REALLY wish I had seen this post last week! I pinned a new recipe that called for Tuscan spice mix. It was actually one I did not have so I went out and bought a (pricey!!!) commercial mix. 🙁
    So now I can use it, make yours and try it, and see that yours is better. 🙂
    I probably just bought my only bottle of commercial Tuscan spice ever! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. Julie @ Texan New Yorker says

    June 24, 2014 at 2:00 am

    Pinned!! I love making my own spice rubs, this one looks fantastic. I'm thinking grilled chicken…. Mmmmm……

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    • Christie Campbell says

      July 23, 2014 at 11:17 pm

      Thanks, Julie! I LOVE making my own, too! I have a few planned in the next few weeks.

      Reply
  10. Michelle Nahom says

    June 20, 2014 at 8:10 pm

    Sounds like a great blend! I need to go through our spices and see what's outdated. We like making our own mixes sometimes too. I'd love it if you had a moment to stop by and link it up with us at Foodie Fridays!

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    • Christie Campbell says

      June 21, 2014 at 9:46 am

      Thanks, Michelle. Some people forget that herbs and spices have "use by" dates, too. Heading over for a visit!

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