Turmeric & Black Pepper Tea
This recipe from Healing Herbal Infusions by Colleen Codekas is an excellent way to harness the health benefits of turmeric. Add optional cream, or blend with a dollop of grass fed butter -- bulletproof style -- to increase the medicinal benefits even more. Sweeten with honey or maple syrup to taste
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup sliced fresh turmeric root (2 tablespoons dried turmeric granules can be substituted)
- 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
- 2 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cream or butter optional
- honey to taste
Instructions
- In a small saucepan simmer the water, turmeric, and peppercorns for 10-15 minutes, until the liquid is slightly reduced. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Strain turmeric and peppercorns. Sweeten to taste and serve, or blended with 2 tablespoons of cream or butter before serving.