Following Independence Day, what better wild ingredient to feature than sassafras? The aromatic bark, leaves, and roots were believed to be the first plant exported from North America to Europe, back ...

This was the second time we tried to make sassafras beer, and the result was outstanding. I accidentally left one bottle in the fridge while on vacation, but it actually kept its fizz and tasted even ...

This recipe was inspired by Wildman Steve Brill, who has a foraged, vegan version in his Wild Vegetarian Cookbook. The Wildman uses cashews for their creamy texture and actual sassafras roots foraged ...

If you want the flavor of the rum without the alcohol content, set the rum on fire in a metal pot and let it burn out. (Remember to practice kitchen safety—have a lid on hand!) Otherwise, omit this ...

For the most authentic experience, you need sassafras root for this cool, tangy punch with a flavor like root beer. In 1915, the Courier-Journal advised that sassafras root "can be bought from any ...