Mint is a colloquial term used to describe a diverse group of highly fragrant plants. Did you know the term “mint” technically refers an entire plant family (Lamiaceae) that contains over 200 genera and approximately 7000 species? There are tons of mints and a lot of herbs fall into this family. In this post, however,…
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Recipe: Garlic Scape-Mint Pesto
It’s the end of garlic scape season and I used up the remaining crop to make a pesto. I tried to balance the hot, spicy flavor of the scapes with the cool mouthfeel of spearmint. It turned out great and was perfect as a spread on warm sourdough or in a pasta salad that I…
Recipe: Double Mint Lemonade / Cocktail Mixer
Try this super refreshing take on a summer lemonade. Keep it chilled for a hot afternoon pick-me-up or try it as an evening cocktail with a shot of rum and lemon wheel. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup freshly chopped peppermint 1/2 cup freshly chopped spearmint 2 cups boiling water Juice of 6 lemons (~2 cups) 2-3 tablespoons…