Spice
Classic Sage Blend
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Classic sage poultry seasoning is the North American roast-bird jar: sage first, then thyme, marjoram, nutmeg or pepper. It tastes of Thanksgiving stuffing, not of a fresh herb bunch. A pinch in the cavity or the breadcrumbs. Salt-free is the same herbs without NaCl. Herb-forward blends go lighter on sage.
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BreadcrumbsCavity
Traits
DefaultNot Fresh BunchNutmeg PossiblePinchSage FirstStuffingThanksgivingUS Roast
History
US
American spice houses packed a sage-heavy poultry seasoning for Sunday roasts.
US
The classic sage blend became the Thanksgiving stuffing default.
Classic sage stayed the jar; salt-free and herb-forward split off.