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Hello,I don't know about the leaves on the plant, but I do use the green part that remains attached to the strawberry when you pick it.

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On May 27, 2011, at 9:59 AM, A wrote:

I clicked send too soon. I was going to ask if anybody uses strawberry leaves in smoothies. I have a strawberry patch and I would love to use all those free green leaves if they are edible. I use the leaves for teas but not sure if using a bigger amount in smoothies is ok.

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From: A

Sent: Friday, May 27, 2011 9:53 AM

Subject: Re: What to do with mint

I love mint too. I grow peppermint, spearmint and pineapple mint. My chocolate mint died in a pot in the house because I forgot about it. I’m hoping to find more because it is really good. I dry mint too but it is so good fresh...especially in smoothies but also in teas. I also use canning jars to store using my Foodsaver to seal the jars. You can also dry strawberry and raspberry leaves for teas and store the same way.

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From: Vickilynn H

Sent: Friday, May 27, 2011 9:39 AM

Subject: What to do with mint

Shalom!I grow organic peppermint, spearmint, chocolate mint and now I added anise mint. We LOVE MINT!It does tend to spread and grow and I am drying a lot right now. It's very simple to do!To dry mint:1) Cut stems 1/2 of the way down.2) Remove leaves3) Swish leaves gently in water to remove dirt and any insects (try not to bruise). Dry gently on a tea towel to remove excess water.4) Lay leaves flat on dehydrator trays (you can also dry using other methods such as a low oven)5) Dry leaves until crisp and *completely* dry. (Any moisture can cause mold)6) Let cool completely from the heat of drying (I leave mine overnight in the OFF dehydrator). Any warmth can cause condensation, which can cause mold.7) Place dry, cool leaves into very clean and dry canning jars. Break up leaves. 8) Will store as is, or you can use a jar sealer attachment for canning jars.9) We use them for teas and adding to soups etc. Makes the BEST mint teas!Some other uses would be to make decoctions using the fresh leaves. This is good for tummy upsets.Or freeze the washed and patted dry leaves for adding to ice creams or desserts. I would vacuum-seal them.Freeze clean leaves and water in ice cube trays to make mint-ice cubes to add to drinks! Especially great for ice teas!!Share extra mint with a friend :-)-- Vickilynn HaycraftMicah 6:8http://www.realfoodliving.comhttp://www.blog.realfoodliving.comhttp://www.examiner.com/housewares-in-national/vickilynn-haycrafthttp://www.examiner.com/family-preparedness-in-national/vickilynn-haycrafthttp://www.bepreparedradio.com/category/prepper-podcasts-health/get-real-get-prepared/