spearmint
summer savory Notes: Summer savory is milder than winter savory. Substitutes: thyme (stronger flavor) OR thyme + dash of sage or mint ...
Spearmint (Mentha spicata): Antispasm; stomach.
Spikenard root (Aralia recemosa): diuretic; relieves coughs and asthma; Native Americans used it for menstrual irregularities; helps lung and kidney ailments.
Spearmint is included in our Mediterranean Spice Collection.
Bibliographic References and Further Reading ...
Spearmint, a characteristically scented variety of M. spicata
Moroccan green mint (sterile plant)
Whenever highly concentrated menthol is used, one must consider that menthol is toxic to infants and can (allegedly) induce apnoea.
2 tbsps spearmint (fresh, minced or 1 tsp dry)
2 tbsps cilantro (cut, optional)
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Mint is a refreshing sweet herb available in many varieties, with spearmint being the most common. It is used to flavor sweet and savory dishes and is sold fresh in sprigs or dried as minced leaves.
Spearmint and peppermint are both native to Asia. Peppermint was used by Eyptians, and spearmint is mentioned in the Bible. Spearmint grew wild in the United States after the 1600s, and peppermint was cultivated commercially before the Civil War.
While spearmint isn't new, cherry, strawberry, blueberry, bubble gum, cotton candy, sour apple, and chocolate mint are some of the exciting flavors now available.
The two most prevalent forms of mint are peppermint and spearmint. Peppermint, which its purple-ish stems, is pungent and almost peppery in flavor (hence the name). On the other hand, spearmint is milder with vibrant green leaves.
Referred to as common or round mint, it is also known as Moroccan spearmint, applemint or sage of Bethlehem. This versatile herb is easily found and commonly used in Thailand in salads, as a garnish or in curries.
"I used this as a delicious and refreshing topping on salmon. I also used fresh spearmint from my garden, however the color wasn't as festive as the photos..." more
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The two most popular types of the over 30 varieties of mint are peppermint and spearmint. Peppermint is more pungent. Mint is used in both savory and sweet dishes.
Detailed definition of Mint
Mint Julep ...
Mint is the dried leaf of a perennial herb. There are two important species, Mentha spicata L. (spearmint) and Mentha piperita L. (peppermint).
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The taste is a combination of pineapple and guava or strawberry with a hint of spearmint. Ripe fruit should have a full rich aroma and should "give" or feel tender to the touch, like a ripe plum or pear.
Mint is a refreshing, aromatic green sweet herb (Mentha) available in many varieties, spearmint being the most common. It is used to flavor sweet and savory dishes and is sold fresh in sprigs or dried.
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Common garden mint is spearmint or one of its
many close relatives; it has wide culinary uses from mint julep to
accompaniments for lamb (see mint sauce) to flavoring liqueurs,
but has never been favored by the French.
 See also: Herb, Pepper, Flavor, Cooking, Apple
  
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