Ginger tea is great to settle your stomach too...
On Fri, 3 Mar 2000, R. O. Mann wrote:
> Got this from tipworld daily.
> Onilee
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> TODAY'S RECIPE: GINGER TEA--VEGAN
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> This is my favorite tea--in fact, I am drinking it as I type this. It
> has a strikingly sharp flavor and is extraordinarily refreshing. A cup
> of this each day will do wonders for your health. Holistic folks point
> to ginger's ability to stimulate digestion and boost circulation,
> respiration, and nervous system functions. Increasing your circulation
> helps cleanse your skin, bowels, and kidneys. Some also think it is
> excellent for treating colds.
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> Gingerroot--sliced in nickel-thick sized rounds
> Lemon juice
> Water
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> Fill a saucepan with enough water to fill your desired cup size one
> and a half times.
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> Measures here are approximate, but for a large cup add about 15-20
> slices of ginger, double for two cups.
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> Bring the water and ginger to a vigorous boil and keep boiling for
> about 5 minutes. Lower heat and simmer for at least 45 minutes--longer
> if you have the time. I start the tea boiling when I get home and
> serve it after dinner.
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> Strain the tea into cups and squirt an entire lemon (if you're using
> large cups) into each.
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> Some folks like to add honey to sweeten the tea.
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