"Peppermints" by LabyrinthX-2 is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

This week, we will continue our exploration of tasty culinary herbs that bridge the herb/food gap with Peppermint.  The seasonal aisles are full of peppermint flavored candies, peppermint scented candles, and seasonal inspired peppermint tea blends.  Let’s get to know this tenacious plant a bit better including it’s history, medicinal uses, key components, growing habits, when to avoid it, and a few ways to incorporate it into our daily lives.