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Mineral Tonic for Adults only!
Delicious. Nutritious. A boost of mineral goodness!
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Handful of fresh or dried nettle leaves
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Handful of dried apricots
chopped coarsely.
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Zest from 1 orange
organic please!
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1
bottle Red wine
organic if possible
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Large glass jar with a good lid.
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Add on optional: I have also made this with a handful of prunes
raisins, or dates.
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Put the nettle leaves, orange peel and chopped fruit in a glass jar.
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Fill the jar with red wine, covering the leaves and apricots entirely.
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Put a top on the jar, and let it sit for 2-4 weeks.
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Strain the mixture and reserve the wine.
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Store in a pretty bottle with a label and enjoy!
Adapted from Christopher Hedley class