Mint and Nettle Herbal Tea

Be sure to use young nettle leaves for this tea—they should be picked in early spring, before they flower. Choose the top leaves of a plant and handle them carefully so that you don’t get stung; gloves are a good idea when foraging for nettles! The plant is rendered harmless after it’s been blanched in boiling water for 30 seconds to a minute. After blanching the nettles, you can either dry them or use them immediately. Combined with either fresh or dried mint, this makes a refreshing sprin