Bigelow and Celestial Seasonings lead the pack in my book by way of variety, availability and price. Here are a few suggestions for warm weather sippin'.
Lemon: Need I say more? This classic summertime favorite is perfect with little cucumber sandwiches--quite refreshing!
Camomile: The light, honey-like flavor of this floral based tea is just the ticket to sooth an upset tummy or sooth jangled nerves--aahhh.
Blackberry: mmm, remember picking blackberries in the summer? This tea always takes me back to my childhood and stories of Peter Rabbit. If you decide to share a cup of this wonderful tea with a little one you might want to read the classic Beatrix Potter story with them as well. Treat yourself to a little Bunny Carrot Salad (recipe below) to round out the experience.
Bunny Carrot Salad
1- 8 oz pkg Cream Cheese (well chilled)
Parsley Sprigs (1 per salad for looks)
Finely shredded carrots on a plate
Lettuce or spinach leaves
Shred the carrots as fine as possible with either a grater or food processor. Place them on a plate for later. Cut the cream cheese into four equal portions (2 oz each)
and shape into "carrots". You may want to wear plastic gloves for this step. When you have finished shaping the cheese, roll each one in the shredded carrots. Place a parsley sprig in the end of each to complete the "carrot". Serve on a bed of lettuce or spinach leaves. This is as much fun to make as it is to eat--especially for children; of all ages.
For now, Stay Cozy,
Charlotte
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2 comments:
Char, what a great idea! Although I'm the only one that would eat them around here....you know, since they contain vegetables. ;)
Our favorite summer tea is honey ginger tea. I started drinking it to use up some ginger extrat I had. A cup of hot water, some honey and a few drops of ginger and voila! My littlest boy loves this ginger tea, iced. He asks for it by name. Mom, some ninja tea please with two plops. Yes that is interpreted as Mom, some ginger tea with two ice cubes.
I so much enjoy your blog.
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