Nettle Tea with Lemon Balm and Mint Serves 2 This tonic tea is tasty any time of day as a light pick-me-up. It is soothing to the digestive tract about an hour after a meal, and an hour or so before bedtime to relax. 2 cups water Generous 1/3 cup nettles Generous 1/3 cup lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) Scant 1/3 cup spearmint (Mentha spicata) Bring water just to a boil. Rinse teapot with warm water and place herbs in warm teapot. Add boiling water and cover. Steep 5 to 10 minutes; strain and drink hot. [email protected] |