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Sage

Inventory, lb : 44.25
This item was last sold on : 07/01/20

• 90 Featured Restaurants

• 29 Recipe Ideas

• 4 Sharess

Description/Taste

Sage is a green leafy herb with a bushy growing habit. Its long stems reach over half a meter tall covered in narrow, lance-shaped leaves with silver stems. The leaves measure up to 6 centimeters long and around 1.5 centimeters wide, characterized by their greyish green color, fuzzy texture and silvery bloom. Young leaves may have a purple tint. Sage offers a musky, camphorous aroma and offer an earthy, piney flavor. Sage can be more intensely flavored when dried.

Seasons/Availability

Sage is available year-round with a peak season during the late spring and through the summer months.

Current Facts

Sage, also known as Common Sage or Garden Sage, is botanically classified as Salvia officinalis and belongs to the mint family. In a nod to its medicinal qualities, its genus name is derived from the Latin word for “to be saved.” Sage has been used for medicinal purposes since the time of the pharaohs in Ancient Egypt. It has been called the herb of longevity for its healing properties, its ability to stave off infection and help one’s memory. There are many different varieties and cultivars of Sage, some with fruity fragrances and others meant for use as an ornamental.

Nutritional Value

Sage is an excellent source of vitamin K and a source of fiber, calcium, iron and manganese. The nutrient-dense herb also contains copper, magnesium, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids as well as trace amounts of some B-complex and A vitamins, folate, vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. Sage leaves contain flavonoids, volatile oils that include terpines, rosmarinic acid, tannins, camphor, salvene, cineol and pinene.

Applications

Sage should be used sparingly as its flavor can overpower other flavors. Sage can be used fresh though it is often used in cooked applications. Chop fresh leaves for herbed rubs, marinades and dressings. Add fresh leaves to clarified butter for tossing with pastas or blanched vegetables. The aromatic herb pairs well with pork, sausage, and lamb as well as poultry and strong cheeses. Sage can be dried and can be used for tea or ground and used as a spice. Add fresh or dried to stocks, soups, and stews. Store fresh Sage wrapped in a damp towel in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Dried Sage will keep for up to six months in an airtight container.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The Greeks were the first to cultivate Sage and are the ones responsible for the herb we know today. They used the pungent herb for a variety of ailments, from ulcers to snake bites. The Romans considered it a sacred plant and gathering Sage was a ceremonious affair requiring clean clothes and feet and a cutting instrument not made of iron.

Geography/History

Sage is native to the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea, including Spain, Italy, Egypt, Algeria, Turkey, and Greece. The herb dates back more than 4000 years and was included among the main ingredients used to embalm the exalted pharaohs. Sage was popularized by the Greeks and Romans, who introduced the herb to Britain. Its use as a culinary ingredient increased during the Middle Ages. There are several varieties native to Central America that are fruitier and quite dissimilar to Mediterranean Sage. The most common culinary varieties are ‘Summer’ Sage and ‘Winter’ Sage, referring to the season in which they are harvested. Sage grows prolifically in most countries areas around the world and is easy to grow. It’s often planted with other herbs and vegetables as a natural insect repellent. Sage can be spotted at most grocery stores and farmer’s markets.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Encontro North Park	San Diego CA	619-291-1220
Monello	San Diego CA	619-501-0030
Eve Oceanside	Oceanside CA	760-231-1052
Morgan Run Resort and Club	Rancho Sante Fe CA	858-756-2471
Shorehouse Kitchen	La Jolla CA	858-459-3300
Chateau Lake San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-471-0083
Jeune Et Jolie Bar	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
Ironside Bar Inc.	San Diego CA	619-269-3033
Chateau La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-459-4451
Pendry SD (Provisional)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
Terra Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-293-7088
Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery	San Diego CA	858-551-5105
Trust Restaurant	San Diego CA	609-780-7572
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens	Escondido CA	760-294-7866
The Local-Pacific Beach	San Diego CA	858-263-7475
The Compass	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
Pete's Premade Paleo	San Diego CA	770-359-8274
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420

the other 70...

Farm Fresh Meals	Vista CA	760-707-2383
Fort Oak	San Diego CA	619-795-6901
Bencotto Italian Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-450-4786
Third Corner Ocean Beach	San Diego CA	619-223-2700
Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla	San Diego CA	310-407-9937
The Tavern Bar	Coronado CA	602-628-5890
Meraki Cafe	San Diego CA	415-819-2175
Reata Glen	Mission Viejo CA	949-545-2250
Et Voilà! French Bistro	San Diego CA	619-209-7759
Mesa College	San Diego CA	619-388-2240
Harvest Kitchen	Vista CA	619-709-0938
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500
Local Tap House & Kitchen	Oceanside CA	760-547-1469
Cardellino	San Diego CA	619-722-3398
Shoreside Support Boat	San Diego CA	704-277-7929
619 Spirits	San Diego CA	619-940-6456
Great Maple	San Diego CA	619-255-2282
Toast Cafe	San Diego CA	858-925-7552
Rustic Root	San Diego CA	619-232-1747
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Peohes	Coronado CA	619-437-4474
Eve-Creations Wellness	Encinitas CA	760-230-2560
La Costa Glen North	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1436
Nolita Hall	San Diego CA	619-618-8820
Georges at the Cove	San Diego CA	858-454-4244
Common Stock	San Diego CA	303-877-5052
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
Regulars Wanted Beanery	Ramona CA	619-719-8634
InterContinental Vistal Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Villa Capri Poway	Poway CA	858-391-9400
ALCE 101	Solana Beach CA	858-342-5495
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
Saffron Thai LLC	San Diego CA	619-574-7737
Mr A's Bar	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
The Bier Garden	Encinitas CA	760-632-2437
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	858-273-8440
Waters Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803 x4
Pendry SD (Lion Fish)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Seasalt	Del Mar CA	858-755-7100
InterContinental San Diego	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen	Carlsbad CA	619-236-1299
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
Cody's at the Cove	La Jolla CA	858-459-0040
Mission Ave Bar and Grill	Oceanside CA	760-637-2222
Trattoria I Trulli	Encinitas CA	760-943-6800
The Compass Bar	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345
Tom Hams Light House	San Diego CA	619-291-9110
Nomad Donuts	San Diego CA	619-431-5000
Isola La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-412-5566
Red Tail Catering	San Marcos CA	858-605-8219
Eclipse Chocolate	San Diego CA	619-578-2984
Estancia Adobe	San Diego CA	858-550-1000
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Le Papagayo	Encinitas CA	760-944-8252
California Center for the Arts	Escondido CA	760-839-4107
Huntress (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Venissimo Cheese Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-491-0708
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
Patisserie Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-925-7223
RoVino Rotisserie + Wine	San Diego CA	619-972-6286
Kettner Exchange	San Diego CA	312-415-5455
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
Venissimo Cheese Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-847-9616
Cesarina	San Diego CA	619-226-6222
Sheraton Carlsbad - 7 Mile	Carlsbad CA	760-827-2400
Venissimo Cheese North Park	San Diego CA	619-376-1834
WaterBar	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
Sbicca	Del Mar CA	858-481-1001

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Sage. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Feasting at Home		Cauliflower Grating with Garlic and Sage
Slow Cooker Gourmet		Slow Cooker Sage Butter Chicken with Lemon Pasta
Food For My Family		Honey Roasted Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Crispy Sage
Flavor the Moments		Sage Focaccia Bread
Two Peas and Their Pod		Pumpkin Pizza with Crispy Sage
A Wicked Whisk		Sage Biscuits
Cooking For Keeps		Triple Mushroom Lasagna with Ricotta, Sage & Fontina
Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch		Cranberry Sage Moscow Mules
Holly & Flora		Bourbon & Spiced Pear Cocktail
Urban Bliss Life		Pesto Caprese Tartines

the other 19...

The Hungry Mouse		Stuffed Pork Chops with Proscuitto, Mozzerella and Sage
Katie at the Kitchen Door		Butternut Squash Carbonara with Fried Sage and Caramelized Onions
Recipes, Food & Cooking		Pumpkin Stuffed Bread
Seasons And Suppers		Pork Loin With Wine And Herb Gravy
Don't Go Bacon My Heart		Sage and Cranberry Turkey Meatballs
The Cozy Apron		Autumn Lasagna
Framed Cooks		Chicken Scallopine with Lemon Butter Sage Sauce
She Simmers		Bacon-Wrapped Pork Roast with Sage
Sweet Peas and Saffron		One-Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples, Sage and Root Vegetables
Delish Knowledge		Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna
Not Eating Out In New York		Lemony Grits with Baby Carrots and Sage
She Wears Many Hats		White Bean and Roasted Mushroom Soup
No. 2 Pencil		Slow Cooker Stuffing
Top with Cinnamon		Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Wild Garlic and Sage Pesto
Alexandra's Kitchen		Rotini with Butternut Sage Sauce
Urban Bliss Life		Gluten Free Breakfast Sandwich
The View from Great Island		Fried Sage and Manchego Cheese Rolls
Simply Delicious		Baked Risotto with Butternut, Pine Nuts & Sage
Horse and Heels		Buttery Pumpkin Pasta

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Irvine Ranch Market

Irvine Ranch Market
2651 Irvine Ave. Costa Mesa CA 92627
949-631-4404

Near Irvine-Mesa, California, United States
About 377 days ago, 6/21/19

Mount Vernon Farmers Market

Bruce Bowen Bees
Mount Vernon, WA

Near Mount Vernon, Washington, United States
About 404 days ago, 5/25/19
Sharer's comments : Yummy with a little butter in a fresh pasta, or a nice tea on a wet Spring day ;)

Yellow Green Farmers Market

Yellow Green Farmers Market
1940 N 30th Rd, Hollywood 33021
877-523-8665

Near Hollywood, Florida, United States
About 530 days ago, 1/19/19
Sharer's comments : Sage spotted at Yellow Green Farmers Market.

Fat Cat Organics, Cullman AL Near Cullman, Alabama, United States
About 685 days ago, 8/17/18