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There
are many different varieties of mint, including
spearmint, apple mint, and ginger mint. Mint was
introduced into England by the Romans who grew
it and pickled it in vinegar.
How To Use Mint
Mint
is frequently used when cooking new potatoes
and fresh garden peas. It can also be used in
jams, jellies and sauces, and as an accompaniment
to meat, fish and vegetables. Most commonly
in England it is used to make mint sauce, an
accompaniment for lamb.
How To Prepare Mint
Crushing
the stalks releases flavour when cooking. Finely
slice the leaves before adding to new potatoes
or fresh peas.
How To Cook Mint
Sprinkle
finely chopped mint onto new potatoes or fresh
peas, or stir into cooked couscous. To make
mint sauce mix with vinegar or a little sugar.
How To Store Mint
Refrigerate
for freshness.
The
information and images for this article have come
from www.thinkvegetables.co.uk.
It provides full information on all the main vegetables
available on the UK market including nutritional information
and delicious recipes. The site is a service provided
by Mack Vegetables, one of the largest and most successful
suppliers of fresh vegetables in the UK, serving a
wide range of customers from caterers to major multiples.
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