Sage

DRIED SAGE

Dried Sage Leaves

• Salvia Officinalis L.
• Origin: Italy
• Format: Cut Leaves for Infusions

Dried Sage Leaves

The dried sage is among the most used aromatic herbs due to its use in cooking thanks to its intense aroma and therapeutic qualities. Thanks to its drying process, it can be consumed for a long time after harvesting, maintaining its unmistakable aroma.

Sage Plant

The sage plant, also known as Salvia Officinalis, belongs to the Lamiaceae family, the same as other highly used aromatic plants such as mint, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. It is easily recognizable by its elongated oval-shaped leaves with a slight fuzz covering them, as well as its characteristic scent. It is a perennial species that can reach a height of about one and a half meters and can spread to resemble a bush.

Cultivation

The dried sage from Terza Luna is Italian and is sold in leaf cut for infusions.

Dried Sage: Properties and Benefits

The dried sage leaves, thanks to its components and the essential oil rich in beneficial properties, are widely used in herbal medicine known for its diuretic, anti-inflammatory, balsamic, digestive, and expectorant properties. It is also known for its antiseptic properties and control over the gastrointestinal system, acting as a deterrent for diabetes and accelerating the healing process after a wound. Finally, it is particularly used by women in the pre-menstrual phase for its ability to restore hormonal balance.

Nutritional Values

Uses in Cooking

The uses of dried sage are numerous. As we have seen, its leaves have various beneficial properties that allow their use in herbal medicine as a valid solution for various ailments. Nevertheless, we must not underestimate the extensive use of dried sage leaves in cooking. Its strong aroma allows flavoring various dishes using a few leaves to not overpower the taste of other foods. They are used to flavor meats and roasts, such as chicken and turkey, as well as to season vegetables, soups, focaccias, and butter.

Dried Sage Herbal Tea: Recipe

In addition to flavoring dishes, dried sage leaves, available on Terza Luna in the herbal tea format, can be used to prepare excellent infusions with many beneficial effects. For the preparation of dried sage herbal tea, you should proceed as follows: heat some water in a saucepan on the stove, and as soon as it starts to boil, pour it over the sage leaves inside a cup. Wait for about 3 to 5 minutes for the leaves to infuse perfectly, and if you prefer a more intense flavor, increase the infusion time to 7/8 minutes. We recommend using honey or lemon juice if you want to sweeten the dried sage leaf herbal tea.

How is Sage Dried?

The drying process of sage leaves is quite simple, but for successful results, it will be important to select fresh and clean leaves. After that, they should be kept in the shade in a well-ventilated place for a couple of days. Once dried, you can decide whether to keep them whole, perhaps making small bunches, or to crumble them.

How to Store Dried Sage

Dried sage is more easily suited for storage compared to fresh sage, whose flavor loses intensity over time. Like all dried herbs, it is possible to store dried sage in sealed containers, in a cool and dry place protected from sunlight. We recommend using dried sage within six months to enjoy the best flavor.

Contraindications and Side Effects

Dried sage leaves do not have particular contraindications or side effects if used in recommended doses. However, it is not recommended for consumption in cases of epilepsy or proven hypersensitivity to one or more components. If taken in large quantities, it could be dangerous during pregnancy or breastfeeding, diabetes, hormone-sensitive diseases, blood pressure problems, seizures, and surgeries.

Dried Sage: Where to Buy It

If you are looking for the highest quality dried sage leaves, Terza Luna is the answer for you. You can purchase the best dried sage in the herbal tea cut format for preparing excellent herbal teas and garnishing various dishes.

Price and Formats

You will find dried sage available for sale in various formats to meet every need.

• 50g pack priced at: 3 euros
• 100g pack priced at: 6 euros
• 250g pack priced at: 13.90 euros