Using a Whole Lemon

Pierce a whole lemon a number of times with a fork, then stuff  it in the cavity of a chicken or turkey before roasting. This will keep the breast meat moist and imbue the whole bird with a luscious flavor.

Add both fragrance and decoration to any room of the house by placing a pretty bowl of lemons on a table.

Mix lemons and tall Forsythia branches in a tall vase to add interest and color to a dull corner.

Lemon can help remove a stain from white linens. Just rub the affected area with a cut edge of lemon, then hang to dry in bright sunlight.

Or just Lemon Slices

Freeze fresh lemon slices and water in ice cube trays and serve with your favorite sun tea.

Freeze freshly made lemonade in ice cube trays for use in lemonade, sun tea or soda.

Boil thin slices of lemon with sugar to make small candied slices for garnishes. Candied slices are easily frozen in plastic wrap for later use.

To make the most of lemon as a garnish on a drink, rub the  rind of the lemon (the outside) on the edge of the glass. The result is a hint of lemon with each sip!

Twist the rind into a Martini.

 Dried lemon slices make a terrific garnish. Just cut unpeeled fruit into 1/8" thick slices, discarding ends. Place on a large wire rack on a baking sheet and dry in a 170° oven for 4 hours. Remove from oven to air dry.