Poison Juice

At least that's what Leigh called it this morning when she couldn't think of another name for it. Really it should be called Miracle Juice. It tastes a little shocking at first, but after you get used to it, it's actually rather pleasant. And there's nothing like it for soothing a sore throat and clearing up sinuses. Plus it has definite immune system benefits as well.

In a regular sized mug, combine 1 TBSP apple cider vinegar, 1 TBSP honey, an d a dash of cayenne pepper. Fill mug with boiling water and stir till honey is dissolved. Drink piping hot for best results. Sip, don't gulp! ;)

Melvin Hot Punch for Holidays

Heat equal parts cranberry juice cocktail and pineapple juice with dash of whole cloves and cinnamon sticks. Simmer for half hour or longer.

Don't know when my mom found this recipe, but it graced all of our holidays with a lovely tradition. It is especially good served along with Ritz crackers topped with a smear of Braunschweiger and a thin slice of cucumber. Sounds awful? Try it!