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How to Cut Lime Garnishes

By Colleen Graham, About.com

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Wedges- Step 2

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This cut will create a slice in the middle of the lime wedge. The purpose of this is so that you can easily slide it onto the rim of the glass without juice squirting everywhere or ruining the look of the garnish.
  1. Cut half way into the pulp lengthwise, but not down to the rind. Take care at the edges not to cut into the rind as they are not as thick as the middle of the lime.

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