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Mint(Menthe verdte) leaves and springs are used for flavorings and a very popular tea. Good addition to fruit, lamb or pork. Mint sauce can be used for meat, chocolate, and ice cream.
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Medicinal uses: Peppermint Tea: Two to three fresh sprigs of fresh leaf in hot water and steeped for five minutes. Often good at the first sign of illness. Mint leaves can be added to bath water to relieve and refresh tired limbs. It can be used as a face freshener to remove grease or surface dirt. Fresh mint leaves can be used as a garnish on food, or crushed and used for flavor. There are several mint varieties such as spearmint and peppermint. |
Revised: 1 January 2005
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