Cold-Kicker

by Anna Thomas Bates, TallgrassKitchen.com

Winter 2012 Issue

Prep time: 5 Minutes

Cook time: 12 Minutes

Serves: 1

When winter slams you with a head cold, this drink is a welcome respite in a mug. When I’m sick, it clears up my congestion for the evening. Serve very hot, preferably with raw, local honey.

Ingredients

1 cup water
Zest of one lemon
½ to 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp. fennel seeds
1 tbsp. honey
Juice of one lemon

Directions

Heat water, lemon zest, ginger and fennel seed until boiling. Turn off heat and let steep for a few minutes. Pour into mug. Stir in honey and lemon juice.

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