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Crystallized Mint Leaves

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less, but requires additional unattended time.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1 large egg white
1 tablespoon water
1 cup packed fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup superfine granulated sugar

Preparation

  1. In a small bowl stir together egg white or reconstituted dried whites and water and brush onto leaves to lightly coat both sides. In a bowl toss leaves with sugar and transfer to a rack. Let leaves stand about 6 hours, or until dry. Leaves may be made 1 day ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

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