206 minty massage Recipes

kale, stalks removed and discarded, leaves thinly sliced (aarti says black kale is especially good but i just used regular), lemon, juiced, extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling, kosher salt (i used about 1/2 tsp), honey, fresh ground black pepper, mango, diced small (about 1 cup), toasted pumpkin seeds (the recipe says, small handful toasted pepitas but i couldn tsp find them so used toasted sunflower se)

philadelphia neufchatel cheese, softened, sugar, divided, jell-o brand lime flavor gelatin, lime zest, fresh lime juice, tub cool whip lite whipped topping, thawed, chopped fresh mint, crushed pretzels, butter or margarine, melted

water, white sugar, fresh green beans, garlic, thinly sliced, onion, chopped, fresh mint leaves, olive oil, cider vinegar, minced garlic, dried basil, prepared mustard, salt and pepper to taste

plain yogurt, diced cucumber, chopped fresh cilantro, chopped fresh mint, ground cumin, salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

russet potatoes, vegetable oil, red onion, chopped, raisins , soaked in hot water and drained, green chile peppers, chopped, asafoetida powder, ginger garlic paste, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, lemon juice , or to taste, ground black pepper, fresh mint leaves, fresh cilantro, chopped

lean ground beef (85 percent lean), cooked quinoa, fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped , plus more for garnish, fresh mint, finely chopped, egg, lightly beaten, garlic, finely chopped, percent milk, salt, freshly ground black pepper, allspice

vegetable oil cooking spray, sugar, skim milk, candy canes, crushed

unsalted butter, onion, chopped, low-sodium vegetable broth, divided, shelled fresh peas (from about 6 lb pods) or frozen peas, thawed, fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, fresh mint leaves, kosher salt , freshly ground pepper, creme fraiche or sour cream, heavy cream or water, chopped fresh chives (for serving)

walla walla onion, peeled and thinly sliced, tomatoes, sliced, fresh mint, minced, salt and pepper

eggplants, peanut oil or 6 -8 tbsp canola oil, kosher salt, fresh ground pepper, cumin seed, lemon juice, fresh, salt, cayenne pepper, sugar, mint, fresh, very finely minced

flour, unbleached, baking soda, salt, sugar, butter, water, mint chocolate chips, vanilla extract, eggs, chopped nuts (optional)

grapeseed oil, drops rosemary essential oils, drops eucalyptus essential oils, drops peppermint oil

sweet almond oil, molecules in this oil make it a heavier oil best suited for heavy massage or for a very moisturizing cream or salve. sweet almond oil contains vitamins a, b1, b2 and b6 and a small amount of e. protects and nourishes the skin., apricot kernel oil, light weight oil suitable for massage. use in cream and lotion recipes. good for all skins, especially prematurely aged, sensitive, inflamed and dry. contains minerals and vitamins., avocado oil, heavy weight oil suitable for massage. use up to 1-fourth to a cream or salve base. contains vitamins a, b, and d and is rich in lecithin. penetrates the upper layers of the skin. has beneficial effect on dry skin and wrinkles., grapeseed oil, light weight oil suitable for light massage and is water-dispersible in the bath. contains vitamins, minerals and protein. good all around oil. grapeseed oil is not suitable for creams or lotions., hazelnut oil, oil suitable for light massage. perfect for base oil for creams. hazelnut oil is said to penetrate the top layer of the skin slightly, being beneficial for oily or combinations skins and effective on acne. it is stimulating to the circulation and also has astringent properties. contains oleic acid and a small proportion of linoleic acid., jojoba , refined colorless, jojoba is not an oil , but a liquid wax; excellent choice for many aromatherapy uses. most often used as the carrier oil of choice to use with essential oils. a must in all your cream and lotion recipes. it is very stable, having extremely good keeping qualities. useful oil in cases of acne., jojoba, golden organic, choose this jojoba for heavier creams, soap making and when you want extra moisturizing. less refined, it retains more vitamins and minerals than the refined. not quite as stable. jojoba contains myristic acid, which has anti-inflammatory properties., kukui nut oil, light to medium weight oil. new on the scene , this oil is wonderful for mature, aging skin. has a slight odor, which can be overcome by adding essential oils. not offensive. kukui nut oil is readily absorbed into the skin and leaves the skin soft and very moisturized. an excellent oil to add to your cream and lotion formulas., macadamia nut oil, oil suitable for massage. it is highly emollient and a good addition to your cream formulas. very nice feel to the oil when applied to the skin., olive oil, heavy weight oil suitable for massage. wonderful for salves, olive oil is emollient, soothing to inflamed skin. use regular, not extra virgin, unless the odor is not objectionable., sunflower nut oil, very light weight oil-perfect choice for bath oils. also excellent in lotions, as this oil is most readily absorbed into the skin. not suitable for massage due to absorption rate., essential oil blends for the bath and massage, lavender, lavender is calming as well as uplifting and can be safely used with children. it s sweet floral-herbaceous scent and balsamic-woody undertone may help to unwind at the end of a stressful day., lavender/rose geranium, two parts lavender to 1 part rose geranium. this recipe is meant to help calm your mind and lift your spirits. rose geranium has a rosy sweet scent and may be anti depressant and uplifting., eucalyptus blend, four parts eucalyptus 70/75 and 1 part tangerine essential oils. will help relieve cold symptoms, especially in the bath. add to a carrier oil/oils for muscular aches and pains. warming to the skin. fragrance is fresh and pungent., morning energizer, two parts lemon , 1 part rosemary, two parts tangerine. energize with this refreshing blend. a wonderful morning wake-up and summertime refresher.

freshly squeezed orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, orange zest, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, fresh ground white pepper, olive oil, orange , currant and pine nut couscous, recipe follows, minty peas , recipe follows, water, diced red onion or shallots, diced carrot, currants, grated orange zest, couscous, extra-virgin olive oil, toasted pine nuts, salt, fresh ground white pepper, chopped fresh mint, unsalted butter, minced yellow onion, frozen green peas, (do not thaw ), water, salt, chopped fresh mint

kale, stalks removed and discarded, leaves thinly sliced, lemon juiced, extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling, salt, honey, freshly ground black pepper, mango, diced small (about 1 cup), handful toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)

all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, vegetable oil, ice water, unsweetened baking chocolate, chopped, sugar, butter or margarine, cream cheese, at room temperature, white chocolate flavored syrup, all-purpose flour, egg, beaten, mint jelly

milk, eggnog, semi-sweet chocolate, mint-chocolate baking pieces (such as andes )

red-skinned new potatoes, minced garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, coarsely chopped fresh mint leaves (from about 1 large bunch), coarse salt, freshly ground black pepper , to taste