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Spiced Tea

Everyday Food, January/February 2004
  • Prep Time 5 minutes
  • Total Time 25 minutes
  • Yield Serves 4
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2-inch piece fresh ginger, halved lengthwise (about 3/4 ounce)
  • 4 black-tea bags
  • 1 three-inch cinnamon stick
  • 8 whole cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2 cups 2-percent milk
  • 1/4 cup honey, or to taste

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine ginger and 3 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, and cook for 8 minutes.

  2. Add teabags, cinnamon, cloves, peppercorns, and milk. Steep over medium-low heat until fragrant, about 6 minutes.

  3. Strain through a sieve. Stir in honey, and serve.