Tracee

2+1/2 cups distilled water
1+1/2 cups sugar
6 large strawberries, hulled -OR- 1/4 cup pink hibiscus flowers, dried
pesticide free
1/4 cup lavender leaves, chopped -OR- 1 Tablespoon dried lavender
flowers
2+1/2 cups distilled water
2+1/4 cups lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar, optional
Fresh lavender flowers for garnish

The original recipe calls for hibiscus flowers and suggested
strawberries as a substitute. Note: It may not be necessary to use distilled
water in most locations.

In medium saucepan, combine 2+1/2 cups water, sugar and hibiscus
flowers (or hulled strawberries). Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve
sugar. Reduce heat. Simmer 5 minutes to extract pink to extract pink from
flowers.

Remove from heat. Stir in lavender leaves. Cover and .

Strain ed herb liquid into large pitcher or jar (if using
strawberries, gently press juice from berries). Add remaining 2+1/2 cups water
and lemon juice. Stir well. Add 1/2 cup more sugar, if desired. Just
before serving, add ice cubes. Pour into chilled glasses. Garnish with
lavender flowers.

Yield: 6 to 8 servings.

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