Did You Know?

It was believed that Sage strengthened the memory, hence a sage or wise man would have a long memory. Sage tea is believed to make a good tonic and blood cleanser. Used as a mouthwash Sage is said to freshen the breath and help in alleviating bleeding gums. A Sage bath helps ease rheumatism and aching limbs.

Quality

Sage should be silvery-grey and strongly aromatic. It has a medicinal pine-wood flavour. Thujone is the principal flavour - giving volatile oil.

Usage

Add to finely diced apple and minced pork for tasty meatballs. Add to apple sauce for more flavour. Mix with breadcrumbs, chopped onion and butter for a really tasty stuffing. Sprinkle over pork or chicken before roasting. Combine with grated cheese and breadcrumbs as a topping for grilled fish. Add to sa

Usage

and leek casserole for extra flavour.

Nutrition

Energy per 100g: 315 KCal
Protein per 100g: 10.6 g
Carbohydrates per 100g: 42.7 g