The Works Italian Seasoning

The Works Italian Seasoning is a bold, herb-forward Italian seasoning inspired by a favorite pizza from Rachel’s days running the family pizzeria.

Back then, one of the most popular pies on the menu was called The Works. It was a classic red sauce pizza piled high with pepperoni, sausage, green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and black olives. It had everything you could want on a pizza — layers of flavor, plenty of toppings, and a perfectly balanced blend of herbs and spices.

That pizza eventually inspired this seasoning.

The goal was simple: create an Italian seasoning blend that captured the flavor of a fully loaded pizza and made it easy for home cooks to season their own creations.

An Italian Seasoning Built for Pizza and Sauce

At its core, The Works is a traditional Italian seasoning made from classic Mediterranean herbs and spices.

Oregano and basil form the backbone of the blend, delivering the unmistakable flavor that defines Italian cooking. Garlic and onion add savory depth, while fennel seed contributes a subtle sweetness that pairs beautifully with tomato-based sauces.

Thyme, marjoram, parsley, and red pepper round out the blend with herbal complexity and gentle warmth.

Together, these ingredients create a seasoning that instantly adds authentic Italian flavor.

Designed as the Perfect Pizza Seasoning

The Works was originally created as a pizza seasoning.

The idea was to give home cooks the same kind of flavor you’d expect from a great pizzeria. Whether you’re making pizza dough from scratch or cooking a frozen pizza at home, a sprinkle of this seasoning can transform the final result.

Try it on:

• Homemade pizza

• Frozen pizza

• Flatbread

• Pizza sauce

The blend brings out the savory character of tomato sauce and complements toppings like sausage, mushrooms, and peppers.

One thing you may notice is that the seasoning contains no added salt. That was intentional. Many cheeses already contain plenty of salt, so leaving it out allows you to control the final flavor of your dish.

A Versatile Italian Seasoning Beyond Pizza

Although it started as a pizza seasoning, customers quickly discovered that The Works performs beautifully across many different dishes.

Over the years it has become one of the most versatile blends in Rachel’s Italian seasoning collection.

Try it in:

• Pasta sauce

• Meatballs

• Lasagna

• Chicken dishes

• Roasted vegetables

The balanced herb profile works especially well in tomato-based recipes where oregano, basil, and garlic naturally shine.

Many cooks keep this seasoning within arm’s reach when preparing Italian-style meals.

A Full-Flavored Italian Herb Blend

The name The Works reflects exactly what this seasoning delivers — a blend packed with the herbs and spices that define classic Italian cooking.

Instead of relying on just one or two herbs, the seasoning includes a wide range of traditional ingredients that work together to create depth and balance.

This layered approach makes the seasoning useful for both quick meals and slow-cooked dishes.

Whether you’re simmering pasta sauce or seasoning meatballs, the herbs develop rich flavor that complements the entire dish.

Flavor Profile

• Bold Mediterranean oregano

• Sweet basil and parsley

• Savory garlic and onion

• Subtle fennel warmth

• Gentle red pepper spice

Herb-forward. Savory. Classic.

Clean, Small-Batch Ingredients

Hand blended by Rachel’s Spice Company using quality ingredients:

Mediterranean oregano, basil, garlic, onion, thyme, fennel seed, red bell pepper, crushed red pepper, parsley, and marjoram.

No fillers
No artificial flavors
No anti-caking agents

Available in:

• 1/4 cup jar (.5 oz)

• 1/2 cup jar (.9 oz)

• 2 cup jar (4 oz)

The Works Italian Seasoning brings the flavor of a great pizzeria to sauces, pizzas, and everyday Italian cooking.