Bev Shaffer

Using these fresh herbs in a variety of ways is a pleasure, and I like to serve this cooler instead of lemonade when people drop by. Try it with your fresh basil and mint and more! Lemony Fresh Herb Coolers Makes about 8 drinks The combination of fresh basil, cilantro, mint and tarragon makes an … Read more

I love to mix and match room temperature, drop-dead-ripe stone fruits and melons with fresh mint. Try this recipe for your next picnic or a too-hot-to-bake-one-of-my-cakes dessert. Minted Fruit 3 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced 6 small ripe plums, pitted and sliced ½ ripe melon (honeydew, cantaloupe) seeded and cut into ½ inch cubes … Read more