This play on a comforting bowl of chicken soup is the ultimate cold weather comfort dish. Sage stars in this dish, speckling fluffy dumplings that add a textural contrast to the aromatic broth. Most sage found in grocery stores is classified as Common Sage, though there are many varieties, both edible and ornamental. Sage’s ability to stay green year-round is thanks to its aromatic oils and the tiny hairs on its leaves, which minimize water loss and allow the plant to endure wintery weather.
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Sage advice
Customize the flavour of the dumplings by adding one or more of your favourite evergreen herbs; rosemary, thyme, or oregano would all be delicious.
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This recipe was originally published in the December 2025 issue of alive magazine.