All-purpose surface cleaner
Handful of fresh sage
1 ¼ cups water
1 tablespoon baking soda
8 drops lemon juice
Put sage leaves and stems in a saucepan. Add the water, cover and bring to a boil. Once it reaches a rolling boil, lower heat and simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
When liquid is cool, strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove any impurities.
Pour cooled liquid into a bottle and add baking soda and lemon juice. Put top on bottle and shake well.
Use to clean bathroom sinks and kitchen surfaces. Store in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Herb alternatives: Two handfuls of fresh thyme sprigs or one handful of fresh rosemary sprigs, cut to fit in the saucepan.
Compiled from The Orlando Sentinel
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