We have been experimenting with some of the herbs from the garden. I recently made some really good "lemonade."2 Lemons washed, and squeezed into a pan. Put the rinds in too.
25 leaves of lemon balm (can use lemon verbena too)
2 cups of sugar (My family doesn't eat a lot of sugar, I think we could use less)
4 cups of water
Boil for 5 minutes. Strain into a gallon jar, fill with water and put in the fridge.
Very yummy and so inexpensive!
I also tried this with an orange, and leaves of pineapple sage. It was a bit watery. I may try to add some tea bags next time.
Do any of you have any ideas of ways to use lemon balm, pineapple sage, or cinnamon basil?
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That sound so yummy! Especially in the 100 degree heat we are having down here in Texas.
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I'm gonna try that. I'll use honey for sweetener. Using the lemon balm will decrease the cost by reducing the # of lemons required. Great idea. My cowpokes LOVE lemonade.
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