Beverages (Hot)
Alternative Beverage "Coffee Substitute"Put water in a pan. Add roasted chicory root, dandelion root, and cardamon seed. Simmer gently 10 minutes. Strain and enjoy. I have found this is pretty pleasant to drink. No it doesn't taste exactly like coffee but it is dark and tasty and pretty good for you. |
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Apple TeaJust as any tea: boil water, throw dried apple peels in (maybe let it boil togethr for one minute), then leave it for five minutes, and then drink. Either throw away peel or eat it. You can do like this with any dried fruit/berries or peel. |
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Chai - teaBring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for at least 20 minutes. Simmer longer for a richer, spicier flavor. This tea can be sweetened with raw honey. You can also add almond milk or coconut milk or add one green tea bag for a stronger tea. |
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Cranberry TeaIn covered saucepan, combine cranberries, honey, and water; simmer until cranberries pop; add cinnamon sticks and cloves; continue to simmer until it smells good. Add orange juice. Strain and keep juice (use pulp in other recipes). 1 Tbsp. lemon juice can be added to tea, if desired. Serve warm. |
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Holiday WassailIn a blender or food processor, blend apricots and liquid until smooth. Pour into a large saucepan. Add pineapple juice, cider and orange juice. Place the cloves and cinnamon sticks in a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with a string to form a bag. Add to saucepan. (Or p |
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Hot ChocolateCombine coconut milk, water and carob powder. Blend with a wire whisk, heat on stove top or microwave. Add honey to taste. |
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Lemon TeaI enjoy the juice of one whole lemon in a cup of *very* (boiling) hot water first thing in the morning. I believe Beverly & Vidal Sasson recommend this in their book for good health. |
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Mulled CiderIn large saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer the cider for 30-40 minutes. Strain and serve hot. Serves 16. |
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