How do you use fresh mint leaves?

How do you use fresh mint leaves?

Dry the mint well using paper towels or other absorbent towels. Carefully remove the leaves from the stems when the mint is dry. Place the leaves on a cookie sheet in a single layer. Warm them in the oven at 180 F or 80 C for two hours, then check them to see if they've dried out completely.

How do you keep spearmint leaves fresh?

Wrap the mint leaves gently in a dampened paper towel. Place the mint in a plastic bag, not sealing all the way so that air can circulate. Do not wrap tightly; trapped moisture will cause the herbs to mold. Trim the ends and place in a glass filled with about 1” of water.

How can I make my house smell like herbs?

Combine fragrant herbs that mix well such as chamomile, dried peppermint leaves, lemon balm leaves, rosemary, bay leaves, cinnamon sticks and fennel seeds. If you like the smell at the spa, try mixing lemon, rosemary, cinnamon and vanilla. Try a mix of cinnamon, cloves, star anise, apples and oranges.

How do I use fresh rosemary as an air freshener?

To make this simple concoction, all you need is: -A small stockpot -Water -Rosemary -1 lemon -Vanilla extract Fill the pot about 2/3 full with water. Add 1 lemon (sliced) and a few sprigs of rosemary. Then, add the 1/2 tsp of vanilla. Let this mixture simmer all day, it'll fill your rooms with a heavenly scent.

How do you make lemon air freshener?

This trick is so simple, few lemons and baking soda are all you need. Dissolve 1/8 cup of baking soda into 2 cups hot water, add 1/2 cup of lemon juice, and voila! Pour this miracle-worker into an empty spray bottle, give it a shake, and you're good to go.