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Elderberry Syrup

3/28/2020

Elderberry Syrup Recipe
This elderberry syrup recipe is quick and easy, and more affordable than the store-bought version!
In my home, I take 1 teaspoon when I feel like I need an immune boost. (Note: Do not give honey to children under 1 year of age.) If I already feel ill, sometimes I’ll take it up to 3 times a day.

INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup dried elderberries
2 cups water
1 tablespoon fresh ginger , minced (optional)
1/2 cup honey
You will also need a fine mesh strainer.

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine the elderberries, water, and ginger (if using) in a small saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
Lower the heat and allow the mixture to simmer until the water has been reduced by half, about 20 minutes.
Transfer the cooked berries and liquid to a clean bowl and pour it through a fine mesh strainer to remove the berry skins.
Use the back of a spoon to press on the berries in the strainer, to extract all of the juice, then discard the small amount of pulp left in the strainer.
Allow the elderberry juice to cool to room temperature, so that the heat doesn't harm the nutrients in the honey, then stir in the honey.
Use a whisk to incorporate it smoothly, then transfer the syrup into a sealed glass jar that you can store in the fridge.

This syrup should keep well for at least two weeks when stored in the fridge, so if you don't think you'll use it all before then, feel free to freeze any extras. You can always thaw it overnight in the fridge when you need more.
Homemade elderberry syrup doesn't become as thick as the store bought version because it uses less sugar and no preservatives or thickeners, so don't be alarmed if the final syrup has a more liquid consistency

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Cold and Flu Healing Tea

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I was taught that there is a particular bird that uses yarrow to line its nest in order to keep parasites away.
Yarrow has been used traditionally to treat fever and diarrhea.
Wild Mint is a great complementary plant because it helps with congestion and inflammation.
Cold and Flu Blend

10 grams masân (Nettle)
10 grams wâpanewask (Yarrow)
10 grams âmiskowêhkask (Wild Mint)

Combine plants and store in an airtight container away from direct sunlight for up to 2 years.

To prepare drinking tea, use about 5 grams of tea blend for each 250 mL of water.
Do not pour boiling water over your herbs, or you will burn the leaves. Bring the water to a boil and let it sit for a few minutes to cool slightly before adding the herbs.
You can use a tea strainer of some kind, or just let it sit in the cup.
Allow the tea to steep for at least 5 minutes.

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