Persimmons are in season and have a long history of usage as medicine to clear “pathogenic heat” like coughs, high blood pressure, and hangovers. The peels can also be used in a face mask to benefit the complexion. In our cold damp climate, I like to cook them to neutralize their cooling thermal nature and added some herbal syrup for extra support. I used chaga syrup but elderberry would be nice too.

Ingredients:

2 persimmons sliced - fuyu preferred

1/4 cup water

1 tbsp herbal syrup

1/2 tsp cinnamon

optional: toppings like nuts, seeds, coconut yogurt, almond milk

Directions: Simmer ingredients on stove top for 15-20 mins until soft. Serve warm with toppings.