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» 1 cup of garlic cloves, peeled » 1 cup extra virgin olive oil Put the garlic cloves and olive oil in a small saucepan, adding more oil if necessary to cover the cloves. Bring to a slow simmer and cook over medium-low heat until the garlic is tender, about 20 minutes. You may serve immediately, alongside fish or scallops, or store for future use. To store, allow mixture to cool and transfer to a jar, topping with more oil if necessary. Refrigerate. Winter solstice healing tea Honey-lemon tea is my tried-and-true cure for winter sniffles, but if you need something a little more powerful, try this. » 1 tbsp fresh ginger, chopped » 2 cloves fresh garlic, chopped » 1/2 hot chili » Juice of one lemon » 1-2 tbsp raw honey » 2 cups water Simmer ginger for 10 minutes, take off the heat and add the chili and garlic. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes. Add honey and lemon. Sip throughout the day. Terra Brockman is author of The Seasons on Henry’s Farm, available at terrabrockman.com, and founder of The Land Connection, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving farmland, training new farmers and connecting consumers with local food. Visit thelandconnection.org to learn more. Discover A New Career Become One of Tomorrow’s Healers Explore Careers in Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, and Massage Benefits of Pacific College • Full or Part-time Schedules • Associate's, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees • Classroom and Clinical training • Day and Evening Courses • Financial Aid for Massage and Acupuncture programs (for those who qualify) * Accredited by ACCSCT and ACAOM “Student for a Day” Experience what it’s like to be a student. Attend a class, meet students, and enjoy a free acupuncture treatment. For More Information: www.PacificCollege.edu or call 1-888-729-4811 www.PacificCollege.edu San Diego • New York • Chicago mindfulmetropolis.com 27
