GINSENG TEA

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Ginseng is believed by the Chinese to brighten the eyes, enlighten the mind and increase wisdom. Western medicine will only concede the eye part, although a cup of ginseng tea when you're feeling low can be so restorative that you might believe the East is on to something.

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     non-alcoholic drinks, project

Yield Six half-cup servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ounce whole dried ginseng root
1/3 ounce whole licorice root
1/3 ounce fresh ginger root, plus more for garnish if desired

Steps:

  • Put the ginseng and 8 cups water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer and simmer for 1 hour. Add the licorice root and ginger root and 2 more cups cold water. Bring the tea to a boil again, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes and strain. Serve in 4-ounce cups garnished with an additional slice of peeled ginger root for aroma.

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