Spearmint Sun-Tea

                                          Spearmint

We have been growing spearmint, a perennial plant, in our garden for years.  We use it in a variety of drinks from mojitos to iced tea.  It is also a secret ingredient in the meatballs that my mother makes, a secret tradition passed down through generations of an Italian family we know.

We keep it in a semi-sunny spot, getting a good amount of afternoon sun and minimal watering from us.

Recipe: Spearmint Strawberry Sun-tea

Since we have had ridiculously hot weather and lots of sun, I decided to make a pitcher of sun-tea.  First I added four black tea bags, then some snipped spearmint and sliced strawberries into the pitcher.  Then I filled it with water and placed it in the sun with plastic wrap on top.  After a few hours, the tea is brewed.  Just add some ice and it's delicious!

                                                   Strawberry Spearmint Sun-tea

Try other add-ins as well: lemons, limes, basil, blueberries!