Honey Cough Syrup

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Honey Cough Syrup

Ingredients:

Zest of 2 lemons (approx. 1 1/2 T)
1/4 cup - ginger, peeled, sliced, or 1/2 tsp. of ground ginger
1 cup - water
1 cup - honey
1/2 cup - lemon juice

Directions:

In a small saucepan, combine lemon zest, sliced ginger, and 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a boil, simmer for 5 minutes, then strain into a heat-proof measuring cup.

Rinse the saucepan out and pour in 1 cup of honey. On low heat, warm the honey, but do not allow it to boil. Add the strained lemon ginger water and the lemon juice. Stir the mixture until it combines to form a thick syrup.

Pour into a clean jar with a lid.

Note: This can be refrigerated for up to 2 months.

For children ages 1 to 5, use 1/2 to 1 tsp. every 2 hours. For children ages 5 to 12, use 1 to 2 tsp. every 2 hours. For children 12 and older and adults, use 1 to 2 T every 4 hours.*

Remember, honey is not recommended for children after the age of one.

Recipe courtesy of Honey.com