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ginger tea

Ginger Thermos Tea

It soothes a sore throat and coughs, warms the body and breaks fevers, quells nausea, and boosts digestion and fight stomach bugs to boot.

Recipe Source: 

Maria Noel Groves of Taste For Life Magazine

Ingredients: 
  • 1-inch chunk fresh ginger, thinly sliced or grated (no need to peel)
  • 16 ounces boiling water

Optional Ingredients:

  • 1 heaping tablespoon of honey
  • 2 squeezed fresh lemon wedges
  • 3 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 1 star anise pod
Directions: 
  1. Prepare ginger
  2. Put in thermos with optional ingredients of choice
  3. Pour in boiling water and cover
  4. Let sit 30-60 minutes before drinking
Notes: 

Try it with honey and fresh lemon.