Saffron Tea

Water

Green cardamom pods, crushed

Saffron

Honey

English breakfast or Earl Grey tea

Method :

Bring the water to a boil and add the cardamom, saffron and honey. Simmer for 7 minutes. Turn off, add tea, cover and allow to steep to desired strength.

Strain and top with slivered almonds. Use to throw off a case of the winter blues.

If you like, top up with warm milk.