Guest guest Posted July 12, 2005 Report Share Posted July 12, 2005 MINT BATH SALTS Makes about twelve 12-ounce gift jars 12 (12-ounce) tall jelly-canning jars with lid and rings2 (4-pound) cartons Epsom Salts (approximately 16 cups)4 pounds sea salt or kosher salt (approximately 6 cups)1⁄2 teaspoon glycerin, divided12 to 15 drops peppermint essential oil12 to 15 drops green food color70 mint leaves (any type of mint works), washed and thoroughly dried, but still pliable and freshWash, rinse and dry canning jars. Empty one carton Epsom salts into large mixing bowl (I use my mixer). Add 3 cups sea salt and stir well. Stir in 1⁄4 teaspoon glycerin and 6 to 8 drops essential oil. Mix well.In second large mixing bowl, empty one carton Epsom salts, and add 3 cups sea salt. Stir well. Add 1⁄4 teaspoon glycerin, 6 to 8 drops essential oil and food color. Stir until completely blended. Color should be even.Layer the white salt with the fresh mint leaves (poking out at sides so visible in jar), then layer green salt over. Top with fresh mint leaves for a sensational aroma.Recipe created by C. Whalen, Thyme to Savor Personal Chef Service Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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