ROD RECIPES 2/7/2007 Charles Dickens Day Charles Dickens' Punch
Source of Recipe
Marla
Recipe Introduction
Charles Dickens is probably England's most popular author. He was born in Portsmouth, England on February 7, 1812, but spent most of his childhood in London where he based many of his novels. He started writing short stories at the age of 24 and continued to write until his death in 1890. His books related the bad conditions of the working classes and poor people in hopes of bringing about social change.
List of Ingredients
ROD RECIPES 2/7/2007 Charles Dickens Day Charles Dickens' Punch
Charles Dickens' Punch
An unusual little recipe found online posted in response to a recipe request. Both borage flowers and leaves are edible. Because it is a tonic plant for the adrenal glands, borage provides an invaluable support for a stressful lifestyle. Borage is rich in minerals, especially potassium.
2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
1/4 cup borage fresh edible flowers
2 cups sherry wine
1 cup brandy
4 cups apple cider
Recipe
Remove water from the boil.
Steep the sugar, lemon zest and borage flowers in the hot water for 10 to 15 minutes.
Strain and add the sherry, brandy and apple cider.
Serve either hot or cold.
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