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Ginger Thirst Quincher {Cooking Through Little House}

August 8, 2011 by Katie Mae Stanley 5 Comments

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Ma had sent them ginger-water. She had sweetened the cool well-water with sugar, flavored it with vinegar, and put plenty of ginger to warm their stomachs so they could drink till they were not thirsty. Ginger-water would not make them sick, as plain cold water would when they were so hot. Such a treat made that ordinary day into a special day, the first day that Laura helped in the haying. 
The Long Winter
I like to make this drink when the girls and I have been working hard in the garden, when it’s hot outside. It’s a perfect way to quench your thirst but without getting an upset stomach like Ma knew. I like to make other times as well because it’s so tasty!
Ginger Thirst Quencher
2 ½ quarts of water
3 inch long, ½ inch wide piece of ginger root, peeled
¼ cup of raw honey
¼ cup apple cider vinegar (with the mother)
In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add the ginger root and simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and remove the ginger root. Stir in the honey until dissolved. Allow cooling on the counter or in the fridge. Once it is completely cool add the apple cider vinegar and pour into a 2-quart jar or two 1-quart jars. If there is any left over pour into a cup and enjoy right away. Place the jars in the fridge and drink within two weeks.This post is part of Simple Lives Thursday

More Cooking Through “Little House” recipes:

Hasty Pudding
Fried Apples and Onions
Pancakes
Lemonade
Biscuits

 

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Katie Mae Stanley is the creator of Nourishing Simplicity. She believes that a made from scratch life is possible with a measure of grace. She teaches you to craft simple, nourishing recipes and natural DIY products at home.

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  1. Stacey Smith

    March 26, 2021 at 7:19 pm

    Going to try this!! I’ve happened to be reading The long Winter right now, one of my favorite little house books.

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 30, 2021 at 6:26 pm

      It’s been so long since I read that one! I was thinking about reading the whole series again this year.

      Reply
  2. Katie

    September 16, 2011 at 10:27 pm

    Loves2spin, I hope you enjoy it! It’s one of my favorite drinks!

    Reply
  3. loves2spin

    September 15, 2011 at 12:20 pm

    This sounds very nice. Thank you. I will try it!

    Reply

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