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                       MINT

Botanical name

 

Family Lamiaceae or Labiatae
 
Common name
Mint
 
Common mints
Basil, mint, rosemary, sage, savory, marjoram, oregano, thyme, lavender, and perilla.

Basic information Mint

 

Fresh Mint and Cilantro Melon Salad

 

4 cups of 1” chunks honeydew melon

1 T fresh lime juice

3 T chopped cilantro

1/3 cup chopped fresh mint leaves

sugar or honey to taste

 

Combine all ingredients, refrigerate 2 hours before serving

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Lemon Mint Window and Surface Cleaner

 

Juice of 1 lemon

½ tsp peppermint or spearmint oil

1 tsp corn starch

2 cups club soda

 

Mix together in a spray bottle.  Keep refrigerated