Elderberry Syrup
1/2 C. dried elderberries
2 tsp. ginger powder (or a 1" chunk of fresh ginger)
2 cinnamon sticks
1 echinacea tea bag
2 C. water
1 C. honey (preferably raw, local honey)
Place everything but the honey in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over med. heat. Simmer 5 minutes.
Strain liquid into the honey and mix well.
Take 1 tsp. for children or 1 Tbsp. for adults once a day to boost your immunity. You can take it every 2-3 hours if you are feeling like you might be catching something. You can also use the "syrup" on pancakes or place it in juice or yogurt.
*Because of the raw honey I would not give this to an infant or toddler without first checking with your pediatrician!
~Store syrup in the refrigerator, it will last several weeks.
~This makes a nice addition to a care package for a sick friend.
~You can buy dried elderberries from many herb shops and natural food stores, or you can order them online from
here.
~I use echinacea tea that is available at any grocery store, it contains more than just straight echinacea, but I like the flavor. You could use 1 Tbsp. of dried echinacea if you have some on hand.
