Thyme for French Healing Tea!

I hear that the French sip this tea for pure pleasure, but it is also soothingly healing for sore throats, upper respiratory troubles, and tummy bugs. This recipe calls for only one herbal ingredient, and you probably have it in your kitchen pantry. As you sip your drink, take a moment to think of cozy French farmhouses surrounded by fields just beginning to thaw after the long cold winter. Oh, for the simple life..... French Tart, I am thinking of you! Adapted from Cait Johnson, Assistant Producer, Care2 Healthy Living Channels.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 1  cup boiling water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme (1 teaspoon fresh)
•  honey (optional)
•  lemon (optional)

Directions

1. Place thyme in tea cup and pour over boiling water to cover. Cover cup and allow to steep for 10 minutes.
2. Strain and serve, with honey and/or lemon, if you so desire. Enjoy!