Sweet Warming tea

1 3-inch piece of licorice root (or chopped equivalent)

1 cinnamon stick

4-5 thin slices of fresh ginger

4-5 cardamom pods cut in half

5-6 peppercorns

5-6 whole cloves

8-10 fenugreek

Add all ingredients to a medium sized pot or cast iron teapot. Simmer for at least 10 minutes. You can really play with the strength of this tea by simmering longer. The spices have a lot to give so keep refilling and simmering to get the most out of it!

Notes: The whole licorice root needs to be cut open. You can pre-soak it or simmer for a few minutes to soften it up and cut in half lengthwise.