Passionately Raw!

I probably should have shared this recipe much earlier since this is a traditional remedy normally used during the cold season to strengthen the immune system and prevent cold and flu, but it is never too late. The recipe is simple and the ingredients easily obtained. I used dehydrated elderberries that I foraged earlier this year, but you can purchase organic, dried elderberries from certified herbalists.  I also added some coneflowers (echinacea) that I grew in a pot on my balcony. This ingredient is optional.  I do not follow exact measurements when I make my fire cider so it is up to you how much garlic or chili peppers you use. The important thing here is to use enough ingredients to fill a large jar. Use the best ingredients you can find and keep things clean to prevent contamination.  I make my fire ciders in two stages. I first allow all the ingredients to macerate for four weeks in organic raw apple cider vinegar. In stage two, I add a cup of raw honey and allow the mixture to