Cozy and Calm Herbal Tea Blend

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp dried chamomile
• 5 tbsp dried lavender
• 2 tbsp dried passionflower (Available from specialty tea shops, health stores, or online.)
• 2 tbsp dried valerian root (Available from specialty tea shops, health stores, or online.)
• 1 cup boiling water (For each cup of prepared tea; measure after bringing the water to a boil.)

Steps

1. 1

   Combine the dried chamomile, dried lavender, dried passionflower, and dried valerian root in a bowl.

2. 2

   If not using the blend immediately, transfer it to an airtight container and store it at room temperature for up to 1 month.

3. 3

   To make one cup of tea, place 1 tablespoon of the tea blend in a tea infuser or tea sachet.

4. 4

   Bring water to a boil, then measure 1 cup of the boiling water for accurate volume.

5. 5

   Place the infuser or sachet in a teacup, pour in the boiling water, and cover the cup. Steep for 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove the tea infuser or sachet and serve immediately.

Notes

The dry blend makes 1 cup and is enough for approximately 16 servings. The source notes that passionflower can taste grassy and valerian root can taste bitter, while the chamomile and lavender provide floral flavor. Use appropriate caution with herbal ingredients, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or sensitive to sedative herbs.

Nutrition per serving

• drink
• herbal tea
• caffeine-free
• make-ahead
• no-cook blend
• nighttime