TONICS AND TEAS FROM MY PANTRY

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There is a lot going on in this lovely infusion, with the tart lemon and pungent ginger. Turmeric contributes beautiful color, along with its nutritional benefits - it has been shown to have powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant attributes -- and the tiny pinch of cayenne packs a small punch. If you feel a sore throat coming on I highly recommend this tea.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories breakfast, brunch, quick, non-alcoholic drinks

Time 30m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 slices Meyer lemon
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 cloves
1/8 teaspoon turmeric
2 1/2 cups boiling water
2 to 3 teaspoons honey (to taste)
Pinch of cayenne

Steps:

Place the lemon slices, ginger, cloves, and turmeric in a large measuring cup or teapot and pour on the boiling water. Stir in the honey, cover and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain and reheat if desired but do not boil. Just before serving add a tiny pinch of cayenne.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 65, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 15 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams