Bay Leaf Tea

• 2 dried or 4 fresh bay leaves
• 2 cups water
• squeeze lemon juice
• Raw honey to taste (optional)

Method:

1. Bruise the leaves before adding them to infuse to relieve their flavours. If you use fresh bay leaves, use twice as many dried ones.
2. In a small pot, bring water to a boil with the bay leaves.
3. Allow to steep for at least 5 minutes to let the flavours and aromas of the bay leaves release their essential oils.
4. After steeping, remove the pot from the heat and remove the bay leaves.
5. Pour the hot bay leaf tea into cups or mugs and add lemon juice and honey (if using) to taste.