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Sassafras, Sassafras albidum(Nutt.) Nees, leaves may be picked and dried to make file. Dry the young leaves of spring. Crush the dried leaves to powder and use the aromatic powder on soups and sauces. |
| Use file in gumbo. Crush leaves as a powdered spice. Also, spread on pasta, soup, cheese and other savory dishes. |
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SASSAFRAS: SPRING FLOWERS |
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