Article: Creme de menthe liqueur, clear or green, has many uses food tips

Scripps Howard News Service I'll drink to that: Creme de menthe - a sweet, mint-flavored liqueur - has been appearing all over the place these days; we're seeing it in baked goods, cocktails and even gelled as a condiment for roast lamb.

It comes in both green and clear versions; generally, unless you're going for shockingly green color, it's best to stick with the clear. It's got a strong spearminty flavor, and does surprisingly well with stronger alcohols like brandy or bourbon. Try a 1:2 ratio of creme de menthe to brandy for a ...

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