Description: Of the many varities available, spearmint and peppermint are the most common used in the kitchen. Spearmint has a sweet flavor imparting a cool freshing sensation. Pepermint has a strong menthol taste.
Culinary Use: Mint combines well with many vegetables including, potatoes, tomatoes, carrots and peas. Peppermint is more commonly used in desserts, adding fresh flavour to fruits, ices and sherberts. Fresh mint can be prinkled over dips, eggs, hummus, grain dishes, salads, and yogurt dressings. Mint is also taste great as a hot or iced tea.