Gingerbread Spiced Syrup

Merry Christmas and my present to you!  Pour this in your coffee, tea and even in some hot water if you don't drink the first two.  Take a peak at the P3 and 4 uses! Simply wonderful.

Gingerbread Spiced Syrup
1 cup water

1 tsp stevia, liquid or powdered

1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger root, sliced

1 cinnamon stick

8 whole cloves

1/2 teaspoon whole allspice berries

1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine water and stevia. Stir in ginger, cinnamon stick, cloves, allspice, peppercorns, and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool for 20 minutes, then remove the spice with a slotted spoon.  Pour about 1 tablespoon into your coffee, tea or favorite beverage.  Savor and enjoy!

Phase 3: You can use this in coffee or lattes, make a steamed milk drink, pour into tea.  Hot mulled ciders and wine.  Drizzle into whipped cream, yogurt, homemade ice cream.

Phase 4:  Brush onto muffins or cakes, use as a pancake syrup and pour into your oatmeal.