Immune-Boosting Elderberry and Honeylixir

This soothing elixir combines the immune-boosting powers of elderberries and honey to create a natural remedy for colds, flu, and other ailments.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried elderberries
• 4 cups water
• 1/2 cup raw honey
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Combine the elderberries and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced by half.
3. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan.
4. Stir in the honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
5. Heat over low heat until the honey is dissolved.
6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.