Thyme vs Italian seasoning
A side-by-side guide to substituting Italian seasoning for Thyme (or vice versa).
Use 0.75 tsp of Italian seasoning for every 1 tsp of Thyme.
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Italian seasoning
Conversion: Use 75% as much (0.75 tsp per 1 tsp)
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Notes: Italian seasoning is a blend containing thyme, oregano, and basil; use slightly less since it's a mix and may add unintended flavors.
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Italian seasoning is a blend containing thyme, oregano, and basil; use slightly less since it's a mix and may add unintended flavors. The conversion is use 75% as much (0.75 tsp per 1 tsp).
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Yes — Italian seasoning is a blend containing thyme, oregano, and basil; use slightly less since it's a mix and may add unintended flavors. Ratio: Use 75% as much (0.75 tsp per 1 tsp).
Use 75% as much (0.75 tsp per 1 tsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.
They are similar in most uses, but Italian seasoning is a blend containing thyme, oregano, and basil; use slightly less since it's a mix and may add unintended flavors..
Italian seasoning is one of the options SubSwap lists for Thyme. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Thyme substitutes.
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