Friday, June 26, 2009

Shai Ma Irfeh (Cinnamon Tea)

This tea is used in the Middle East most often after a woman gives birth, believe it or not. Perhaps it's an old wives tale, but it is believed that this tea helps a woman's body recover more quickly after she has given birth. Whatever the case, it is simple to make and surprisingly quite good.

Ingredients:
1 cinnamon stick
3-4 cups water
sugar (optional)
chopped walnuts for garnish (optional)

Combine water and cinnamon together in a teapot or any kind of pot that is suitable. Bring to a rolling boil for about 5 minutes. Pour into tea cups, add sugar to taste and top with walnuts. I personally prefer it without any sugar added. Enjoy!

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