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How to Cut Lime Garnishes

By Colleen Graham, About.com

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Slices- Step 2

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This cut will create a slice in the middle of the lime wheel. 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. Make a small cut in the middle of each slice, beginning near the center, cutting outward through the rind.

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