Also, this topic came up onthe cooking support grouprecently, and I was surprised that some folks didn’t know how to make mint tea. So here’s the official recipe and tutorial! For other Super Simple Series posts, check outhow to make homemade cottage cheese with leftover buttermilk, or...
Fresh, frozen, or dried mint should have a powerful, cool, minty-fresh scent. Spearmint should smell similar to peppermint but maybe a little more pungent (which doesn’t mean it’s gone bad—that’s normal). Note that if fresh herbs are wet or exposed to moisture, they can go bad an...
I’ve made a few batches over the past few weeks (I’m addicted, I tell you!) and have noticed that the color and flavor can vary greatly from batch to batch. For one batch I used a mix of spearmint and Kentucky mint from my own container herb garden, resulting in a more mild fl...
If I don’t have time tobrush my teethor even just want that nice clean feeling after I brush, this is a great option. All you do is take a teaspoon of this recipe, swish it in your mouth and you’re set to go! It’s easy, if you have no time and much better than grabbing ...
“mint” typically use other mint varieties, such as spearmint. The flavor is a bit less sharp and strong but still adds a brightness to the dish. Our own garden includes both peppermint and spearmint plants to take advantage of these flavor differences. Here are some savory recipe ideas to...