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Pepper Potion
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Pepper Potion

Pepper Potion combines the warmth of cinnamon, cloves, and star anise with the peppery heat of seranno peppers and lemon undertones.

By Chef Laura Bonicelli

cinnamoncloveslemonpeppersserranostar anise

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

3 hr 40 min

Servings

8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoonwhole peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoonstar anise
  • 1 tablespoonwhole cloves
  • 2 3- inchcinnamon sticks
  • 3 dried serrano peppers
  • 1 whole lemon -- peel only
  • 2 quartsfiltered water

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving (serves 8 servings)

Calories12
Total Fat1g
Sodium13mg
Total Carbohydrates2g
Dietary Fiber1g
Sugars1g
Protein1g

* Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine all ingredients in a 4-quart saucepan. Bring to a simmer.

  2. 2

    Simmer for , uncovered. Turn off the heat, cover, and steep for .

  3. 3

    Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer with lined with cheesecloth or a coffee filter into a clean glass jar. Cover and chill thoroughly before using.

  4. 4

    Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour in the Pepper Potion to fill the glass 2/3 full. Fill the remaining 1/3 of the glass with sparkling water and serve.

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