SOOTHING GINGER TEA

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Mint invigorates a calming tea, brewed from a traditional Indian blend of ginger, fennel, and cardamom.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 1/2 teaspoons cardamom pods, crushed
4 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds
5 cups water
1 piece (6 inches) fresh ginger, peeled and sliced inch thick (about 3/4 cup)
1 tablespoon honey
1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish

Steps:

  • Toast cardamom and fennel in a saucepan over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add water and ginger. Reduce heat, and simmer until it reaches the desired strength, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in honey and mint leaves. Let stand for 5 minutes. Strain into mugs. Garnish with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15 g

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