Red Clover Tea

Directions

1. 1
   Put the blossoms and leaves into a 2-cup earthenware teapot.
2. 2
   Fill teapot with boiling water, cover, and infuse for 5 to 10 minutes over very low heat.
3. 3
   Set the pot on a trivet over the burner, if necessary, to protect it from breaking.
4. 4
   Strain into a hot cup, add a twist of lemon and sweeten with honey.
5. 5
   Some fresh mint leaves and/or several dandelion leaves can be used with the clover blossoms.
6. 6
   Note: Red clover blossoms may be dried to use for tea.
7. 7
   Spread the blossoms out into a single layer on a tray and dry them in the sun.
8. 8
   Use less of the dried flowers, 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoon to 1 cup of water, to make the tea.
9. 9
   Yield: 2 cups.