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Organic Sicilian sage

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    Sage, known scientifically as Salvia officinalis, is a perennial shrub belonging to the Labiatae family. This plant is distinguished by its erect stem, which can reach a maximum height of 70 cm, and by its lance-shaped, long, tapered leaves with a thick, hard texture.

    It flowers in spring, sporting beautiful flowers ranging in colour from blue to purple, and prefers sunny exposures. Typically Mediterranean, sage has a life cycle of around 5 years, after which it needs to be renewed.

    The name 'sage' is derived from the Latin 'Salus Salvus', meaning 'healthy and safe', a tribute to the plant's well-known beneficial and health-giving properties. Historically, sage has been held in high esteem by various cultures: the Gauls believed it could cure all illnesses and act as a remedy against fever and coughs, while the Romans worshipped it as a sacred plant, harvesting it according to a solemn ritual involving sacrifices and special clothing. The Chinese also attributed sage with the power to prolong life, so much so that in the 17th century Dutch merchants exchanged a basket of sage leaves for three baskets of tea.

    Today, sage continues to be appreciated not only for its healing properties but also as an aromatic herb in the kitchen, where it is used to flavour a variety of dishes, imparting a unique and unmistakable taste.

    Ingredients

    Organic sage

    Usage

    Sage is one of the most popular herbs in cooking and a natural remedy with many beneficial properties.

    Meat and Fish: Sage is particularly suitable for seasoning fatty meats such as pork and lamb, due to its intense aroma that balances the rich flavour of the meat. It is also excellent with fish, especially salmon or trout, where the leaves can be placed inside the fish before baking or grilling.

    Sauces and Aromatic Butters: Sage can be used to prepare a flavoured butter by melting butter with chopped sage leaves. This mixture is excellent for seasoning fresh pasta, such as gnocchi or ravioli, and for flavouring sautéed or steamed vegetables.

    Infusions and Herbal Teas: Sage leaves are ideal for preparing herbal teas and infusions. A sage infusion can help soothe a sore throat, relieve cold symptoms and aid digestion.

    storage

    Keep in a cold and dry place.
    Do not expose to direct sunlight.

    Nutritional values

    AVERAGE VALUES PER 100g
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    Energy value: 1317 kJ
    Fats: 7 g
    of which saturated fatty acids: 12.7 g
    Carbohydrates: 60.7 g
    of which sugars: 17 g
    Protein: 0 g
    Salt: 0.00 g
    Fibre: 40.3 g

    Shipping and returns

    SHIPPING COSTS

    Shipping throughout Switzerland:

    • Up to 5Kg CHF 9
    • Up to 10Kg CHF 12
    • Up to 20Kg CHF 15
    • Up to 30Kg CHF 25
    • More than 30Kg CHF 60

    Shipping is free for orders over CHF80.

     

    HOME DELIVERY

    Home delivery is not available.

     

     

    MADE

    Any defects must be reported immediately upon arrival of the goods. If the complaint is justified, the purchase price will be refunded to the customer. The type of refund of the purchase price depends on the chosen payment method.

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    Handcrafted

    Genuine products for all healthy, gluten-free, organic and vegan cooking needs. We do not use artificial preservatives and only seasonal Sicilian raw materials to maintain the true traditional taste.

    Fast deliveries

    We deliver throughout Switzerland in a very short time thanks to our warehouse in Ticino and the efficiency of the Swiss Post Office.

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