August 29, 2022
Herb of the Week: Sage
By Gia Yaccarino
Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Sage was always in my mom’s spice cabinet and is in mine too – for when a recipe included it. But how to use it otherwise - I admit, I was clueless! But looking at the benefits of adding a little sage- Wow! I am definitely motivated to incorporate it more into my cooking!
Benefits
- Packed with vitamins and antioxidants
- Supports memory and brain health
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Strengthen immunity
- Digestive aid
Uses
- Add to a roast
- Add to a soup
- Combine in mashed potatoes – I can't wait to try this!
- Add to a tomato sauce
- Combine chopped leaves with butter to make a Sage Butter
- Add to an omelet
- Sage Tea - https://www.thespruceeats.com/sage-tea-recipe-766393
- I just tried this and it is pretty good!
Safe for cats: Yes
Safe for dogs: Yes
Cautions
- When used in culinary quantities, sage is safe.
- Note that Sage is part of the mint family, so individuals who suffer from allergic reactions to the mint family, should be aware of the potential for a reaction.