Drying sage is one of those kitchen tasks that feels both ancient and ridiculous. You’re basically performing plant mummification for dinner. But when you smell that earthy, slightly peppery aroma fill your kitchen, you’ll grin like you just discovered a secret.
Don’t overthink it—if the leaves are crispy and crumble, you’ve succeeded. If they’re still bendy, give them another day. And if you accidentally set the smoke alarm off with the oven method, welcome to the club. We’ve all been there, waving a towel and laughing at ourselves.
So go ahead, raid your garden or the grocery store’s herb section. Dry that sage like you mean it, and enjoy the bragging rights. Your future stews will thank you, and your hands will smell like a cozy autumn forest for hours. Worth it.
