Elderberry Syrup

This syrup is a great immune system builder. It is a great source of antioxidants and can prevent heart disease and cancer.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh, frozen or dried elderberries

• 1 T fresh grated or 1-2 tsp dried ginger

• 1 cinnamon stick or 1-2 tsp ground cinnamon

• 2 cloves or 1/2 tsp ground cloves

• 1/2 cup raw organic local honey

• 3 cups filtered water

Here’s How:

1. Pour water into a saucepan.

2. Add all ingredients except honey, bring to boil and then simmer for 30-45 minutes.

3. Remove from heat and when it cooks to warm, add honey and mix.

4. When it cools to warm, add sweetener.

5. Optional: Add 1/3 volume of vodka to preserve.

Adults can take 1 T daily for immune system. If feeling ill, increase to 3 X per day.

Children can ingest without vodka added. Dosage of 1/2-1 tsp for kids up to 12 years of age.