Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Yield: Makes 4 one cup servings.

Lemon balm makes a soothing herbal tea that can help you unwind and relax after a chaotic day.

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Ingredients

>> 4 cups water
>> 2 tbsp. dried lemon balm (or 4 tbsp. fresh herb)
>> 1 thin slice lemon
>> 1/2 tsp. minced fresh thyme leaves
>> 1 tsp. lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

Boil the water. Let cool 10 minutes. Pour water in a tea pot with an infuser - then place in it, the lemon balm, lemon, and thyme.

Steep for 10 minutes (or more). If desired, just prior to serving, add 1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon juice to each cup.

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Recipe Category: Beverages