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Fresh sage next to a small jar of sage infused olive oil. There's a green bottle of olive oil in the background.
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The Easiest Sage Infused Olive Oil

Ready in under 1 hour, sage-infused olive oil is a simple way to elevate your cooking. This infusion adds the delicious flavour of sage when it's drizzled over pasta dishes, used as a base for a summer vinaigrette, or blended into a cream of mushroom soup. 
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Cook Time 20 minutes
Infusion Time 28 days
Total Time 28 days 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Homegrown Eats
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups - certified extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil for a lighter flavour
  • 1 cup - fresh sage leaves

Equipment

Method
 

Fast infusion instructions
  1. Rinse and pat dry your fresh sage. Make sure they are free from dirt and excess moisture.
  2. Add the sage to a medium saucepan and cover it with your oil. Heat the mixture gently until the oil is warm. 
  3. Let the sage leaves infuse in the warm oil for 20 minutes on a medium heat. You will begin to smell the sage.
  4. After 20 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  5. Strain the sage from the oil using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
  6. Add the infused oil to a glass jar or bottle. Store in the fridge and use within two weeks.
Slow infusion instructions
  1. Rinse and pat dry your fresh sage. Make sure they are free from dirt and excess moisture.
  2. Add the fresh sage leaves into a glass jar and cover the leaves with an extra virgin olive oil. Let it sit in a dark place for 2-4 weeks, shaking the jar every few days. After the infusion period, strain and store as usual.

Notes

How to store sage-infused oil

Store your sage-infused olive oil in a glass bottle or wide-mouthed glass jar in a dark place, such as a pantry or cupboard, away from direct sunlight. For the best preservation, keep it in the refrigerator, where it can last for up to 2 months. If stored at room temperature, use it within 2 weeks to ensure freshness and avoid spoilage. Always check for any off smells or cloudiness before use.

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