This one is from Melissa K Norris from Modern Homesteading.

1 Qt glass Jar (dark colored to help protect from light, if you have)

1 Med onion-chopped

1 Head Garlic ( 5-6 buds – chopped)

2 Med Jalapeño peppers – chopped

Crushed Cayenne pepper (to taste)

2″ finger of fresh ginger – chopped

Optional:  Add sprig of Rosemary or Thyme (not too much)

Optional: 1/2C Horseradish (if you have thyroid issues, do not use)

Optional: Turmeric + Black Pepper

Optional: Cardamom, cloves, Allspice Berries

Submerge all ingredients in raw Apple Cider Vinegar (with the Mother)

Use a glass weight on top of ingredients to keep them submerged. Put in dark place.

Let sit for 4 weeks (not longer, as the ingredients start to break down)

Strain the ingredients out. Use the liquid

Optional: Once strained, you can add honey, maple syrup, water etc. to taste.

Uses: colds, congestion, sinuses

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