![]() ![]() In The Backyard Herbal Apothecary, author Devon Young introduces readers to the medicinal plants lurking in plain sight. Like their more common citrus siblings, the Meyer lemon is brimming with vitamin C, a powerful immune booster and cell protector that may help to reduce the intensity and severity of the common cold and flu. Meyer lemons are generously fragrant and even just a handful of the sunny beauties can perfume a kitchen with their clean citrus and faintly floral aroma. The internal layer of pith can be relatively thin compared to other types of lemons, making it less bitter and easier to squeeze by hand. The Meyer lemon is notably sweeter and less acidic than common lemons, while also sporting darker and more vibrant peel and flesh. While most folks are familiar with the common grocery store lemon varieties Eureka or Lisbon (both Citrus limon), the Meyer lemon is actually a lemon and mandarin hybrid ( Citrus x meyerii). A lemon-ier lemon, if there were such a thing. But when I finally discovered Meyer lemons – all bets were off. There is hardly a more refreshing flavor than lemon. This ole girl prefers a nice glass of lemonade over a canned soda any day of the week. I have always had a great fondness for the bright citrus-y notes of lemon. ![]() New to fermenting foods? Be sure to read this compilation of frequently asked questions before you get started! ![]()
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