preparing sassafras

[jake22si]

Whats the best method for preparing fresh sassafras to use in making root beer and for storage for later use?

 

[MrFoodScientist]

If you dug it yourself, scrub all the dirt off and chop it into manageable pieces. Steep with the other roots and herbs in your recipe. That's really about it.

 

[jake22si]

I decided to just freeze it for now. If I was to use it in a recipe how would I get a measurement? Should I chop it up and measure it that way?