How to Freeze Sage
Preserve your fresh garden sage with this step-by-step guide! Learn how to freeze sage the easy way so you can enjoy homegrown herbs all year round.
Equipment
- sharp knife
- Ice cube trays
- freezer-safe container a ziploc bag or glass jar
Ingredients
- fresh sage leaves
Instructions
In Water
- Remove the sage leaves from the stems and give them a quick rinse. Chop the sage leaves roughly with a sharp knife.
- Press the chopped sage into ice cube trays, compacting them as much as possible.
- Pour water into the ice cube tray, then press the sage leaves down under the water so they are fully submerged.
- Freeze until solid, then pop the herb cubes out of the trays. Immediately transfer to a freezer-safe container and return to the freezer.
Whole Sage Leaves
- Harvest sprigs of sage leaves and give them a rinse under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel or clean kitchen towel, or spin them in a salad spinner.
- Pack the leaves into a Ziploc bag, then seal the bag, ensuring all the air is removed from the bag. Store in the freezer for up to a year.
Notes
- You can freeze sage in oil by using the same instructions for water cubes, but substitute the water for oil.
- If you’re freezing a lot of sage, you can use a food processor instead of a knife to chop the sage leaves.
- It’s a good idea to use up your stash of frozen sage within a year. While it’s still okay to eat past then, the flavor and color will start to degrade.
- Don’t forget to label your container of frozen sage so you know exactly what it is when sorting through the freezer.
- Be sure to squeeze as much air out of the bag as possible to prevent freezer burn.
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