Marshmallow Cough Syrup

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup orange juice or juice of 1 lemon
• 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 teaspoons chopped dried marshmallow root

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, bring the marshmallow root and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
2. Strain liquid into another saucepan (should result in about 1 cup).
3. Over low heat, slowly stir in the sugar until it becomes thick and granules completely dissolve, stirring in more water if the mixture becomes too thick.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the orange juice.
5. Transfer to a container and allow to cool before covering tightly.