How to Make Mint Sugar

Fresh mint, the chief ingredient in mint sugar is easy to grow-even if you lack a green thumb (like I do). Garden variety spearmint can grow anywhere there is fertile soil. You can even use a window box or pot to plant it. But, better still, you can usually find it in the herb or produce section of your supermarket. In any event check the plant label or read the herb container to make sure the mint has not been sprayed with pesticides and that it is additive free. Fresh mint sugar is easy to make and is especially delicious sprinkled over fruit and tossed with vegetable salads. Try this recipe one hour before serving time to add a distinctive taste to your food or drinks.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• ½ cup packed chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup white granulated sugar
• Electric spice grinder or blender
• Small glass mixing bowl

1. Using an electric spice grinder or blender, chop fresh mint leaves a few seconds at a time until finely ground, but not soggy or pureed.

2. Pour into a small glass mixing bowl and add the sugar. Stir with wooden spoon until evenly blended.

3. Store in a plastic airtight container and place in the refrigerator. Use within one hour of preparation.

4. Make only enough mint sugar for immediate use. Cut the recipe in half if you don't think you and your guests will consume the full amount. Mint sugar may be substituted for regular sugar when making unsweetened iced tea or it can be used as a salad dressing.

5. To serve, place the mint sugar in a glass dish or small decorative dishes at each place setting.

Resources

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[EnlightenedPen]

on 2/20/2009 Great, this will be perfect for my iced tea.