Minted Bananas and Strawberries by Shana Priwer and Cynthia Phillips
Bananas and strawberries are always a winning combination, but how about livening them up with a touch of mint? Instead of the fresh mint leaves in this recipe, you can substitute ¼teaspoon dried mint, which you've soaked in 1 teaspoon water or apple juice concentrate for 2 hours.
4 Servings
1 pint fresh strawberries
1 large banana
10 large fresh mint leaves
Rinse strawberries and remove hulls (leaves and central core) with a sharp knife. Cut into pieces.
Peel banana, removing any brown spots. Cut into pieces.
With a sharp knife, cut the mint leaves into thin strips.
Place all ingredients in a steamer basket. Place in a pot over about 2 inches of water. Bring to a boil, and steam for about 5 minutes.
Serve in pieces, or mash to desired consistency.
Which Mint?
Mint leaves are a great ingredient to add a refreshing taste to everything from lemonade to fruit. You can easily grow mint yourself in your garden or in a pot, or buy fresh leaves at the store in the fresh herb section. If you grow mint yourself, you can choose from peppermint, spearmint, and other varieties.
