Linden and Licorice Tea

Linden and Licorice Recipe Type: Teas Cuisine: Herbs & Plants Author: Cougar This tea is also good lung medicine. It can be drunk as often as desired during the course of a respiratory illness. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon chopped dried licorice root 2 teaspoons dried linden flowers Instructions Bring water to a boil in a glass or stainless steel pan. Add licorice root, reduce heat to medium-high, and simmer 5 minutes. Meanwhile, place the linden flowers in a teapot. Pour the unstrained licorice decoction over the linden, cover and steep 10 minutes. Sweeten with honey, if desired. Take in 1/2 cup doses, as needed. NOTE: Licorice tea is not recommended for people prone to high blood pressure, pregnant women, or women with […] Read More