How to make tea from common weeds, plants and herbs

Le plus proche que vous avez été de faire un vœu de puits sur ses fleurs de pissenlit
, si votre souhait est de find a great caffeine-free alternative to a strong cup of coffee, you've come to the right place.
Although considered a weed in most states, dandelions or the Taraxacum sect. Taraxacum typically grows in your garden and through cracks in your pavement.
Gardening Australia guest presenter Hannah Moloney says the roots can be great nutrient - a rich cup of tea.
Roasted and ground, they turn into a rich, bitter earthy drink full of minerals and vitamins.
Dandelion Roots. (Provided: Adobe Stock)
Method 1. Uproot the plants — It is easier to uproot the plants after it rains or after the soil has been thoroughly soaked. Beware of picking from roadsides and parks where pesticides may have been used. 2. Remove the leaves - Set aside to add a salad or juice. 3. Wash and cut the roots - Remove any soil and cut into small pieces so they cook evenly. 4. Place them on a tray and roast them in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 20-30 minutes. Keep an eye out for burnt bits. You want them dark brown and brittle. 5. Grind into a powder - Allow to cool, then use a mortar and pestle or a coffee grinder. 6. Add to boiled water - A teaspoon or two per cup will suffice. Stir well and drink black or add milk and sugar.
Hannah says the powder will stay fresh in an airtight container for a few months.
Here are some other herbs you can try growing to make your own tea.
They are all easy to grow in the ground or in pots, making them a good option for yards and balconies.
Each can be used fresh or dried to be stored in an airtight container.

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How to make tea from common weeds, plants and herbs

Le plus proche que vous avez été de faire un vœu de puits sur ses fleurs de pissenlit

, si votre souhait est de find a great caffeine-free alternative to a strong cup of coffee, you've come to the right place.

Although considered a weed in most states, dandelions or the Taraxacum sect. Taraxacum typically grows in your garden and through cracks in your pavement.

Gardening Australia guest presenter Hannah Moloney says the roots can be great nutrient - a rich cup of tea.

Roasted and ground, they turn into a rich, bitter earthy drink full of minerals and vitamins.

Four dandelion plants, taken from the root, sit on a wooden table.

Method 1. Uproot the plants — It is easier to uproot the plants after it rains or after the soil has been thoroughly soaked. Beware of picking from roadsides and parks where pesticides may have been used. 2. Remove the leaves - Set aside to add a salad or juice. 3. Wash and cut the roots - Remove any soil and cut into small pieces so they cook evenly. 4. Place them on a tray and roast them in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 20-30 minutes. Keep an eye out for burnt bits. You want them dark brown and brittle. 5. Grind into a powder - Allow to cool, then use a mortar and pestle or a coffee grinder. 6. Add to boiled water - A teaspoon or two per cup will suffice. Stir well and drink black or add milk and sugar.

Hannah says the powder will stay fresh in an airtight container for a few months.

Here are some other herbs you can try growing to make your own tea.

They are all easy to grow in the ground or in pots, making them a good option for yards and balconies.

Each can be used fresh or dried to be stored in an airtight container.