Old man winter is now approaching my neck of the woods. As these frigid days set in, I find that a cup of hot tea is the perfect way to soothe one's mind, body and soul.
One of my favorite teas to make during winter hibernation is "Cinnamon Spiced Tea." Many people have the ingredients for this tasty treat in their pantries already.
Ingredients;
2 tsp whole cloves
2 tsp star anise
2 tsp fennel
Cinnamon sticks
Nutmeg
In a medium pan, bring three cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to simmer, and add 2 tsp each of whole cloves, star anise, fennel and cinnamon sticks. Let the spices simmer for 15 minutes. Use a small strainer over a mug, and pour 1/2 cup of tea into the mug. Finish it off, by filling the other half up with apple juice, then sprinkling a bit of nutmeg over the top. Sipping on this delicious tea when the snow starts to fly will warm you right up, while at the same time the spices in this mixture aid in stimulating digestion and act as a blood purifier.
Congratulations to the new blog, Lydia. The orange flowers look beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThe spiced tea sounds heartwarming. I will try it out.
Mmmmm.... I love the smell of cinnamon and have a potpourri going on the stove many times in the winter, as well as cinnamon candles.
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Hello Olivia, Thank you so much for visiting my new blog. I'm very happy that your going to try this tea. I know you'll love it.
ReplyDeleteHello Sue, Thank you for stopping by my new blog and commenting. The scent of cinnamon gives such a heart warming feeling during this time of year.
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ReplyDeletecongratulationsfor ur new blog,its an anhounor to visit u her and im really learining alot from u
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Hello Osama, Thank you for coming by my new blog. I'm happy you like my recipes. I fully understand the security situation over there.I hope all is going well with you. Take care.
ReplyDeleteLydia, I really like your new blog, and I'm glad you're finally able to blog again..the tea recipe sounds wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI tried getting to your new site last night, but couldn't for some reason..this time, I had no problem at all!
Welcome back..you've been missed! :)
Hello Jan, Thank you so much for coming by and commenting on my new blog. It's very nice to be back in blogger world again.
ReplyDeleteYay, Lydia, you're back! Congratulations on your new blog. I look forward to lots more yummy recipes from you! I have a special request...I bought a new crock pot and would like some yummy, healthy vegetarian recipes for the winter.
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you're up again.
ReplyDeleteHope all is well in your world.
~Oswegan
Hello Amber, I'm happy you came over to my new blog.I use to have a crock pot before my kids were born, when I worked outside the home. I loved cooking with it, because I was able to work all day and by the time I came home, the main part of my meal would be done. I would happy to post a good vegetarian recipe that cooks well in a crockpot for my next post.
ReplyDeleteHello Oswegan, Thank you for coming over to my new blog. It's great to be back.
ReplyDeleteHi Lydia! Well, it took me awhile, but I finally tracked you down on your beautiful new blog!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to many more recipes to try:)
Hello Linda, welcome to my new blog. I'm glad you like it.
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Thank you for the haiku Olivia!
ReplyDeleteOh' wow..goodness..I can just about smell the refreshing soothingness of that tea...I luv' cinnamon..
ReplyDeleteAnd hello there..lovely blog you have...Thanks so much for visiting me...:>
I love your blog style. I can't wait for your vegetarian recipes to try :P
ReplyDeleteLuxie, thanks for coming by and visiting my new blog.
ReplyDeleteHello tai-lien, welcome to my blog. I'm happy that you like it.
hi lydia, i like your new blog.
ReplyDeleteLydia I love these recipes and thank you once again for your comment about my article on pain.from Jamersons-corner (Jamersonrising@q.com) I would love to here from you and share some more of my writings and once again I love these recipes take care now. Jamerson-Rising
ReplyDeleteHello Jamerson rising, Thanks for coming by. I would also love to read your writing. I will go over and read now.
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