Herb – Sage

Description

Salvia officinalis, known as Common Sage, is a popular cooking herb with a strong herbal aroma and earthy flavour. It flaunts strongly perfumed, edible green leaves and stunning pale blue flowers come early Summer, growing in upright clusters.

Sage has an earthiness and subtle sweetness that makes it an excellent addition to flavour-heavy, rich dishes like cured meats, sausages and stuffing for robust holiday cuisine.

A member of the mint family, this versatile herb imparts a unique warmth and complexity to savoury dishes. It has historically been used, not just for culinary purposes, but also for its medicinal properties and ornamental value.