Thyme tea with honey and lemon
a classic remedy for colds and cough
Prep Time
2 minCook Time
12 minTotal
14 minDifficulty
EasyServings
2
Ingredients
- 2 tl tijm franse
- 500 ml water
- 2 tl honing
- 1/2 citroen sap
Cook Time
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1Heat the water to 90-95 °C: just below boiling point. Use a thermometer or let boiling water cool for 1 to 2 minutes.
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2Place the thyme leaves in a teapot or directly in two cups with a tea strainer.
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3Pour the water over the thyme leaves and cover with a saucer or lid.
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4Let steep for 10 minutes, covered, so the aromatic compounds stay in the tea.
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5Strain out the leaves.
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6Stir one teaspoon of honey per cup into the hot tea until dissolved.
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7Squeeze the lemon juice over it and stir briefly.
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8Serve immediately.
