Mint Sauce Recipe

• Mint Leaves
• Malt Vinegar

Method:

1. Use fresh, young mint leaves and discard the stalks.
2. Wash and dry the leaves with a clean tea towel or kitchen roll.
3. Chop the mint leaves and pack into sterilized, clean, dry jars.
4. Pour in enough malt vinegar to cover the mint, ensuring it penetrates right through.
5. Cover, seal and label.
6. Store in a cool, dry place.

Serving:

Remove some mint (about 1 tablespoon per person) and add extra vinegar, water, sugar, salt and pepper to taste.

Variation:

For 4 tablesppons of the basic mint sauce, add 3 chopped lettuce leaves and 1 small chopped onion as well as the extra vinegar, water, sugar, salt and pepper. Delicious with roast lamb and lamb chops.

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