Green Tea with Ginseng

4 cups of water
4 green tea teabags
1/4 cup of sugar (use more or less to taste)
1 teaspoon of honey
1 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
4 drops ginseng extract

Heat water to a boil in a non-metal container, and remove from heat. Place teabags in water, cover tightly, and let steep for about an hour.

In a quart-sized pitcher, add the rest of the ingredients, pour steeped tea over all, stir thoroughly, and let chill.  Makes 1 quart.  

Chicken Breasts with Ginseng

4 whole skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons powdered ginseng
Salt and pepper to taste

Place chicken breasts on a baking pan and sprinkle with ginseng, salt and pepper.  Place in a preheated 350 degree oven and cook approximately 30-45 minutes, or until juices run clear.  Serves 4.

Ginseng Tips from the Chinese:  

Add a few Ginseng root shavings (or a pinch of powder) to soups and stews to add healthy flavor.

Use a few pinches of powder as you would use salt to add the essence to your daily diet. 

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