Tisane
"I was first introduced to tisane at Chez Panisse in Berkeley. I loved the bright flavors that fresh herbs gave to tea," says Sunset reader Rofina Wilenchik, who makes this herbal tea contribution.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
In 2- to 3-quart pan over high heat, bring 4 cups water to a boil.
Step 2
2
Meanwhile, trim off and discard tough ends of lemon grass and pull off coarse outer leaves. Thinly slice stalks.
Step 3
3
Add lemon grass, thyme, mint, ginger, lemon slices, and tea to boiling water. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand (steep) 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 4
4
Pour tisane liquid through a fine strainer into a teapot or pitcher. Serve hot, or cool with ice.
Ingredients
2 stalks fresh lemon grass (about 12 in.), rinsed
2 lemon thyme or regular thyme sprigs (3 to 4 in.), rinsed
24 spearmint, peppermint, or mint sprigs (6 to 8 in.; use 1 kind or a combination), rinsed
4 slices (size of a quarter) fresh ginger, crushed
5 thin lemon or lime slices
1 bag (about 1 1/2 teaspoons) peppermint tea
