Spearmint leaves can be used for cooking, medicinal purposes, and as a refreshing beverage ingredient. Candied spearmint leaves are also available as a sugary treat. They are easy to grow and can be consumed fresh or in capsule form.
There are several types of spearmint leaves: some are natural, edible leaves and some are a delicious, sugary treat. These leaves, fresh or candied, leave every person’s mouth with a fresh minty sensation. Natural spearmint has been used for cooking and medical purposes since the time of the Roman Empire.
Candied spearmint leaves have been around for decades. They are jelly candies coated with sugar and shaped like a leaf. They taste like mint and can be purchased in bulk from most candy stores.
Fresh mint is also a delicious and refreshing treat. The spearmint plant will grow 61cm tall and has bright green leaves and small flowers. Spearmint is an herb that is easily grown in most climates – in fact, it is quite prolific and will spread easily throughout a garden or yard.
For cooking, fresh mint will bring out the flavors of particular dishes. For example, when combined with lamb, peas, fruit salads and baby potatoes it will make the flavors pop. In fact, a wonderful pasta recipe uses basil spearmint pesto. Simply combine the olive oil, fresh mint leaves, fresh basil leaves, garlic and walnuts in a food processor and blend the pesto into the hot pasta.
Fresh spearmint leaves can also be used in beverages. A sprig of spearmint in a glass of iced tea will provide a cool drink on hot days. The refreshing minty sensation of the spearmint will make the drink even cooler than it actually is. Adult beverages, such as the Mojito, from Cuba are famous for their use of fresh mint, combined with clear rum, sugar, soda water and lime. Dried spearmint is also used to make hot tea.
Fresh mint is used for medicinal purposes. Most commonly, they are used for anti-inflammatory purposes and to prevent gum disease. Additionally, they can be used to aid digestion and prevent gas buildup and indigestion. Some people also use spearmint to treat fevers and colic. Since spearmint leaves are milder than peppermint leaves, they can be used to treat digestive problems in children.
Although spearmint leaves can be eaten fresh, they can also be consumed in a capsule format. If they are dehydrated in capsule form, they can be ingested with meals several times a day. The dehydrated leaves are excellent for treating digestive disorders.
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