Ginger is both spicy and sweet.  It adds a fresh flavor to food and is noted for a wide range of nutritional benefits.  It is none for it's anti inflammatory properties and is used to calm a stomach, ease allergies and reduce muscle aches.  This recipe for ginger syrup is a sensational addition to drinks, deserts as well as a alternative to maple syrup on your pancakes and french toast.

1 Cup Water
1/4 cup agave nectar
1 Cup sugar
1 (3-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped

Bring water to a boil and dissolve sugar in it. Add agave and ginger, simmer until sugar is completely dissolved and syrup is slightly thickened.  This should take 5 to10 minutes.  Remove from heat and discard ginger pieces. Let cool, then strain syrup into a container with a tight fitting lid, cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.

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Making Gifts?  This syrup is nicely presented in tall thin bottles or maple syrup type bottles.   Add a recipe for the Karentini to make it fun.   Home made hang tags give a finished look.

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For another version of this recipe and  visual directions we turn to  www.naturopathichealingcourse. com.  "This video shows how you can very easily make ginger syrup that is very healing as well as tasty. Ginger syrup is good for all digestive problems, flus and cold..."

 

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Sources for Locally Harvested Ingredients:

Ginger -Old Friends Farm

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Photo Credit: Themaidenmetallurgist.com

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