Waterberg Organics – Classic Italian Herb Mix Shaker – 20g

Organically Grown Classic Italian Herbs

• No fillers
• GMO Free
• Non-irradiated
• Gluten Free
• Additives Free
• No MSG’s
• No Anti-Caking Agents
• No Added Preservatives
• Sugar Free
• No “E”
• Vegan

How to Use Classic Italian Herb Mix

The beauty of this versatile blend lies in its ability to bring authentic Italian character to countless dishes. Here are just a few ways to incorporate this aromatic seasoning into your daily cooking:

Pasta Sauces: Essential in marinara, Napoletana, and Bolognese sauces. Add 1-2 teaspoons during the last 20 minutes of simmering for aromatic depth. Stir into pesto, cream sauces, and oil-based pasta preparations.

Pizza and Flatbreads: Sprinkle over pizza sauce before adding toppings, or shake directly onto finished pizza for extra aromatic punch. Mix into focaccia dough or brush onto flatbreads with olive oil.

Roasted Vegetables: Toss tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines, peppers, and mushrooms with olive oil and this herb mix before roasting for authentic Italian vegetable dishes.

Meat and Poultry: Rub onto chicken, lamb, pork, or beef before roasting or grilling. Mix with olive oil and garlic for classic Italian marinades. Essential for Italian-style meatballs and meat sauces.

Soups and Stews: Add to minestrone, ribollita, Italian bean soups, and tomato-based stews. The herbs develop beautifully during slow cooking, creating layered complexity.

Salad Dressings: Whisk into vinaigrettes with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard for Italian-style salad dressings.

Breads and Dipping Oils: Mix into bread dough for herb focaccia. Combine with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of sea salt for authentic Italian bread dipping oil.

Pasta Salads and Antipasti: Toss with cooked pasta, tomatoes, olives, and mozzarella for Italian pasta salads. Sprinkle over antipasti platters and caprese salads.

Understanding the Blend

This seasoning combines six traditional Italian herbs, each contributing essential character:

Origanum (Oregano): Provides the robust, slightly bitter, peppery foundation that defines Italian herb blends. Essential in pizza and pasta sauces.

Basil: Contributes sweet, aromatic complexity with hints of mint and anise. The heart of Italian cooking.

Rosemary: Adds pine-like, resinous depth that brings sophistication and warmth.

Thyme: Offers subtle, earthy undertones with delicate lemony notes that enhance without overpowering.

Marjoram: Provides gentle, sweet, floral notes that soften and round out the blend’s more assertive herbs.

Sage: Contributes earthy, slightly peppery complexity with a hint of mint, adding depth and wisdom to the blend.

Together, these six herbs create the authentic, aromatic complexity that transports you straight to an Italian kitchen, where food is prepared with love, quality ingredients, and time-honoured tradition.

Cooking Tips for Italian Herb Mix

Releasing Flavour: Crush the herbs between your fingers before adding to dishes to release aromatic oils and intensify flavour. The dried herbs should smell fragrant and vibrant.

Timing: Add dried Italian herbs earlier in the cooking process to allow them to rehydrate and infuse their flavours. For pasta sauces and stews, add during the last 20-30 minutes of cooking. For quick-cooking dishes, add at the beginning.

Quantity: Start with 1-2 teaspoons for most dishes and adjust to taste. The balanced blend allows for generous use without overwhelming other ingredients.

Pairing: This blend pairs beautifully with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, pasta, chicken, lamb, aubergines, courgettes, and peppers. It’s the foundation of Italian cooking and works wonderfully with Parmesan, mozzarella, and ricotta cheeses.

Storage and Freshness

The glass shaker bottle helps maintain freshness by protecting the herbs from light and moisture. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and the stove’s heat (which can diminish aromatic oils). Always ensure the lid is tightly closed after use.

Properly stored, this Italian herb blend maintains its aromatic potency and vibrant colour for up to two years, though it’s at its peak within the first year.

Perfect for anyone following a clean eating lifestyle, managing dietary restrictions, or simply seeking to add authentic, aromatic Italian flavour to their cooking without compromise.