Hot Spiced Tea Recipe

Ingredients

3 cups water

1 1/2-inch piece fresh ginger, unpeeled, halved lengthwise

4 tea bags (such as black tea)

1 cinnamon stick, plus 4 for garnish

8 whole cloves

1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

2 cups low-fat milk (2 percent)

1/4 cup honey (or to taste)

Preparation

In a large saucepan, bring water and fresh ginger to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 8 minutes.

Add tea bags, 1 cinnamon stick, whole cloves, whole black peppercorns, and low-fat milk. Steep over medium-low heat until fragrant, about 6 minutes.

Strain through a sieve; discard solids. Stir in 1/4 cup honey (or to taste). Divide among mugs. Serve hot, garnished with more cinnamon sticks, if desired.