This recipe isn’t a botanical remedy, but it is based on a 17th century version of a New England autumn wassail-type beverage. So I’m including it with Sarah’s collections. While the cream doesn’t have any kind of healing features other than the fact it’s super yummy and warms the body, the cinnamon does have anti-inflammatory properties. And, of course, coffee is essential for life. 🙂 Since it’s only a few weeks before Halloween, it’s a perfect October drink.
SARAH MUNRO’S PUMPKIN SPICE CREAMER
Ingredients
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup brown sugar
3 Tablespoons pumpkin puree
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
In a saucepan over low heat, bring heavy cream to a simmer. Stir in brown sugar until dissolved. Stir in pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Whisk in vanilla extract and bring mixture back to a low simmer. Simmer for three minutes. The spices will not dissolve but will float around on top. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Store in a glass mason jar and refrigerate. It will separate so shake before using. Add to hot coffee as a creamer or to steamed milk for a pumpkin latte.
Important disclaimer about wild plants, foraging, and making herbal remedies:
I am not a medical professional and nothing written on this blog is medical advice. None of my statements have been evaluated by the FDA (I am legally required to give you this disclaimer).
It is important to do your due diligence before foraging, harvesting, and/or consuming any type of medicinal plant.
- If you are taking any medications, talk to your doctor about any potential drug interactions.
- If you are allergic to anything, make sure whatever you are foraging is not in the same family. Example: While dandelions are typically considered safe, those who are allergic to ragweed, latex, daisies, or any other plants in the same or similar families, may not be able to consume dandelion.
Always research potential side effects, dosage recommendations, and how to properly prepare and consume each medicinal plant.
Always make sure you are foraging what you believe to be. Fully prepare and study the anatomy before harvesting wild plants.
Always make sure your kitchen/work area is clean and that all materials are sterilized.
Do not forage plants from areas that have been sprayed within the past 2 years at the very least.
I am not legally or morally responsible for the health of any of my readers. Please do your own research!
