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    Home » Recipe » Make Your Own Herbes De Provence

    Make Your Own Herbes De Provence

    Published: Jun 19, 2020 · Modified: Sep 23, 2021 by Sabrina Currie · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    What is Herbes de Provence?

    Herbes de Provence is an aromatic blend of dried Provençal herbs and spices. Traditionally it includes thyme, rosemary, tarragon, savory, marjoram, oregano, basil, bay leaf and other fines herbs like chervil and parsley.

    In the 70's, Julia Child was a big reason it became popular in North America. Soon after that, lavender started being added, likely due to tourists and the popularity of the famous Provence lavender. Lavender definitely is iconic to the area and the smell is heavenly. Some other newer additions include mint, fennel seed, cloves, sage and orange zest.

    Herbes De Provence Recipe
    Herbes De Provence Recipe
    Jump to:
    • What is Herbes de Provence?
    • An Easy To Customize Herb Blend
    • Use Herbs To Reduce Salt and Fat
    • Recipe
    • How To Dry Herbs

    An Easy To Customize Herb Blend

    Like many cultural spice mixtures, you will find distinct versions that vary from one village to another and even from kitchen to kitchen within the towns. I point this out to encourage you to adjust your blend to your personal taste. I love the floral aroma of lavender but some may find it too strong and be reminded of soap or perfume. If you choose to include it in your homemade herbes de Provence, use it sparingly—lavender can easily overwhelm your blend but used sparingly, it will enhance it beautifully.

    (If you love lavender, check out my post 3 Easy Ways to Preserve your Lavender here or the Best 20 Recipes Using Lavender here.

    Lavender Fields at Sunset in Provence
    Lavender Fields at Sunset in Provence

    Use Herbs To Reduce Salt and Fat

    Using herbs in cooking is the best way to amp up flavour without the need for excessive salt or fat. Making your own spice blends is a great way to control what you eat and if you're growing your own herbs, these are soooo much less expensive. Many store bought spice blends include additives, sugar, sodium, gluten or even MSG and a small bottle can cost $5-$10 or even more if organic. I love that this recipe is totally clean and made to my preference.

    Wholesome Homemade Herb and Spice Blends for Optimum Flavour and Health
    Wholesome Homemade Herb and Spice Blends for Optimum Flavour and Health

    I've included an easy how to on drying your own herbs down below. If you are growing herbs in your garden, I encourage you to dry some for use in the winter and of course for this recipe too.

    Recipe

    Homemade Herbes de Provence Seasoning Blend

    Homemade Herbes de Provence

    A delicious and easy herb blend traditionally from Provence, France. Made with oregano, thyme, savoury, often lavender and more, this is a great way to use your own dried herbs or control what goes into your spice blend, keeping it clean, low sodium and flavourful. Makes 1 cup of seasoning.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Course: Dressing, Herb Blend, Herbs, Mixture, Seasoning, Spice Blend, Spices
    Cuisine: French
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1 cup
    Author: Sabrina Currie

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon Dried Oregano
    • 2 tablespoon Dried Thyme
    • 2 tablespoon Dried Savory
    • 2 tablespoon Dried Tarragon
    • 2 tablespoon Dried Basil
    • 2 tablespoon Dried Marjoram
    • 2 tablespoon Dried Parsley and/or Chervil
    • 1 tablespoon Dried Anise Seed
    • 1 tablespoon Dried Lavender

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients, gently mix and store in an airtight container.
    • Make this to your taste, if you want you can omit any one or two of these ingredients and still have a stellar herb seasoning. Try adding in a favourite flavour like dry orange zest, rosemary or sage. Sprinkle over dishes before cooking or blend with a little olive oil and rub all over roasts or fish fillets before cooking. Bon Appetit!
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    How To Dry Your Own Herbs
    How To Dry Your Own Herbs

    How To Dry Herbs

    To Oven-Dry: Place herb leaves or seeds in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Dry in oven set to lowest heat setting, leaving oven open if required to keep heat below 180' F, 2-4 hours. You'll know when herbs are dry enough when they crumble easily.

    To Hang-Dry: Tie stems in bundles and hang the herbs upside down. A warm, dry spot is best, usually not your kitchen. Drying some herbs works great but herbs with a high water content can rot or become moldy before they dry out. So for these herbs—including basil, chives, mint, dill, and cilantro using a dehydrator is best. If you are just going to use them on their own, freezing can make a better option.

    Properly dried and stored herbs can last 1 to 3 years but will taste freshest and at their best the first year.

    Hanging Herbs To Dry is Easy and Economical
    Hanging Herbs To Dry is Easy and Economical
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    Classically French trained cook, photographer and food stylist living on beautiful Vancouver Island, BC.

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    1. Ayngelina

      June 23, 2020 at 11:31 am

      5 stars
      I've never been wowed by herbes de provence, but I think it's because I've been buying junk. I like the idea of making my own instead.

      Reply
      • SabCurrie

        June 25, 2020 at 3:40 pm

        Making it yourself is a whole new flavour, the flavour of freshness instead of stale powdered herbs. I hope you enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    2. Bernice Hill

      June 23, 2020 at 7:30 pm

      5 stars
      Sabrina! I absolutely love this series on fresh herbs and blends. It s just so informative . I love learning about all the different herb blends and recipes to use them in.

      Reply
      • SabCurrie

        June 25, 2020 at 3:39 pm

        Thank you Bernice! I find herbs so easy to grow that I thought it might be as helpful for myself as for others. Cheers!

        Reply
    3. Kelly Neil

      June 25, 2020 at 10:14 am

      5 stars
      I've pinned this to make this weekend! I love the sound of all of the different spices and am also intrigued by a bit of lavender in there. Lovely recipe!

      Reply
      • SabCurrie

        June 25, 2020 at 3:38 pm

        I am a lavender lover! I hope you enjoy as much as we do 🙂

        Reply
    4. Marieke

      June 29, 2020 at 8:28 am

      5 stars
      I had no idea it became popular here because of Julia Child! My parents have a huge herb garden and are always giving me lots -- I can't wait to dry some and make this blend! Thank you!

      Reply
      • SabCurrie

        July 01, 2020 at 3:26 pm

        Awesome! It’s so fun and rewarding to make your own blends.

        Reply
    5. Sharon

      June 29, 2020 at 11:42 am

      5 stars
      I couldn't agree more aboutmaking your own! There is always sneaky chemicals in those premade blends. Thanks for this classic.

      Reply
      • SabCurrie

        July 01, 2020 at 3:25 pm

        You’re welcome Sharon, I totally agree!

        Reply
    6. June

      August 16, 2021 at 4:03 pm

      It’s now mid August. Is it too late to dry the lavender since the fresh flowers are gone. The bees really needed them, but I want some fragrance for the winter.

      Reply
      • Sabrina Currie

        August 16, 2021 at 4:44 pm

        Hi June, no it’s not too late! And that is so sweet of you to help the bees.
        I too still have some I harvested lavender and while it may not be quite as potent as picking it at it’s peak, it will still smell and taste wonderful. Go gather it and gently slide your hands over to collect the buds in a bowl if it’s already fully dry or hang to finish drying if needed. Let me know how it goes!

        Reply

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