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Picture of a homemade poultry seasoning better than store-bought in a glass, Kilner clip top jar for holding herbs and spices on a white marble countertop, sitting in front of a platter of oranges, persimmons pomegranate next to a glass jar holding fresh herbs, like oregano, thyme, rosemary, and sage
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Homemade Poultry Seasoning (Better Than Store-Bought!)

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon sage
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • 1 tablespoon oregano or marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper

Instructions

  • First, gather all the ingredients.
  • If using fresh herbs, remove the herbs from the stems. (Pinch the very top of the herb stem between your thumb and forefinger, then with your other hand, pinch the stem just beneath your top fingers, then slide downward following the direction of the stem.)
  • Combine all herbs and spices in the preferred grinding method. Then pulse until thoroughly ground. When properly ground, the texture should be coarse and uniform, but not overly powdery.
  • Add ground herbs to a container of your choice. (I love to use Kilner spice jars.)
  • Use immediately or store in a small airtight jar for 9–12 months, but use within 6 months for best flavor.
  • For a simple rub, mix 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning + 1–2 teaspoons salt.
  • Use this Homemade Poultry Seasoning to make my "Savory Seasoning Compound Butter" when making my Perfect Turkey (Dry Brined with Compound Butter)!
  • Other uses for this homemade Poultry Seasoning: roast chicken, stuffing/dressing, gravy, risotto, vegetable sides, pork chops, bread/savory rolls, soups and stews, marinades etc.

Notes

To grind herbs, use one of the following:
  • Coffee grinder dedicated to spices (fastest, finest texture)
  • Mortar and pestle (traditional, very aromatic)
  • Blender (small NutriBullet type)
  • Cutting board and Chef's knife, minced until fine
Also, try my recipes for Perfect Mashed Potatoes Every Time, Easy Buttered Egg Noodles, Perfect Dinner Rolls, Festive Einkorn Sourdough Pumpkin Dinner Rolls, and Perfect Green Beans with Bacon.