The term “savory” usually refers to flavors that are not sweet, but tend toward varying combinations of salty, sour and even bitter – but always pleasing. Summer savory however is a unique herb from the Saturega plant, a relative of rosemary and thyme.
Summer savory leaves are harvested from a plant that is native to the temperate zones of the Northern Hemisphere, and bloom during the latter half of the summer. Summer savory spice is popular in the Maritime provinces of Canada, where if is used in poultry stuffing and savory meat pies. Dried summer savory is used as a table condiment in several Balkan countries as well; for example, if you dine in the home of a Bulgarian family, instead of salt and black pepper, they are likely offer you paprika and dried summer savory as well as salt.
Summer savory spice is also a common ingredient in the cuisines of Hungary and Romania.
Historical uses for summer savory leaves include use as a digestive aid and an expectorant as well as relief from the effects of a bee sting. You can buy summer savory in bulk from Starwest Botanicals and save money as well as rest in the assurance that your are getting the best possible product for your money.
