Sage

Recipes

• Butternut Squash Lasagne
• Winter Squash Dressing

Storage Tips

Wrap in paper towels and store in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. Use within 4 to 5 days.   Fresh leaves may be covered in olive oil and stored in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks.  The oil can then be used in dressings and sauces.

Nutritional Information

Sage is a good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Thiamin and Copper, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium and Manganese.

Fun facts

• Sage’s botanical name, Salvia, is derived from the Latin word for “to heal.” And the word sage can also mean “wise.”
• Many people perform the ancient ritual of “smudging” a home or other kind of dwelling with smoldering sage. The smoke is said to cleanse the air, clear away negative vibes and replace them with positive, healing energy.
• As a member of the mint family, this highly aromatic herb packs a lot of flavor and is said to assist with digestion, which may be why it works so well paired with fatty foods.
• Herbalists recommend the use of sage for cramps, gas and bloating.