Lavender Garden Mint Tea
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water
to a boil over high heat. Add 1 TBS. lavender buds and 1 large
handful of fresh mint leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes.
Sweeten with hone if desired, and add a squeeze of lemon
juice. Serve hot or refrigerate until cold and serve on ice with
fresh mint springs and lemon slices.
from Los Poblanos in Albuquerque, New Mexico
"My dear, have some lavender...
your spirits are quite down."