Sage
	General Description Sage is an herb from an evergreen shrub, Salvia officinalis, in the mint family. Its long, grayish green leaves take on a velvety, cotton-like texture when rubbed (meaning ground lightly and passed through a coarse sieve).
	Geographical Sources Sage is grown in the USA. It also is grown in Dalmatia and Albania.
Taste and Aroma Musty, slightly bitter. Use dried.
A Few Ideas to Get You Started Crumble leaves for full fragrance. Use ground Sage sparingly; foods absorb its flavor more quickly than leaf Sage. Sage is a wonderful flavor enhancer for seafood, vegetables, breadsticks, cornbreads, muffins, and other savory breads. Top swordfish, tuna, steaks, chicken, and turkey pieces with Sage lemon butter. Rub Sage, cracked pepper, and garlic into pork tenderloin or chops before cooking.