When you have a sore throat, a cold, the flu it is best to push fluids. When you have the chills, all you want is a hot beverage to warm you up. Tea always seems to be the best option, but Not everyone likes tea (especially little ones).
My little ones have been under the weather recently, and I wanted to help them, but not all three love tea like I do. However, there is an alternative.
After surfing the web, I found a few things that people do to stay hydrated and warm when they are ill. The first was to warm some water and put some citrus or herbs into the water for a little flavor. The other was hot lemonade. This seemed weird at first, but when I read through some of the recipes, I started thinking, this sounds pretty good. So, I made up my own.
Hot Lemonade with Vanilla (makes one serving but can be made in batches)
1 cup lemonade (I used Minute Maid fresh squeezed in the refrigerator section)
1 tsp honey
1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
pinch of cinnamon
Heat the lemonade in a small sauce pan over low heat or in a heat safe mug in the microwave. I like things very warm, but heat until your desired temperature.
Once in a heat safe mug, stir in honey, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Serve immediately.
For all things beverage related, check out my previous Thirsty Thursday post or the THIRSTY THURSDAY page for recipes for all kinds of drinks, cocktails, and all things drinkable!
