Fresh ginger ale

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Fresh ginger ale

Makes 12 servings

* 2 cups chopped, peeled ginger

* 2 tablespoons of lemon zest

* 1 1/2 cups sugar

* 3 quarts chilled club soda

* Ice cubes

Boil the ginger, lemon peel, and 4 cups, uncovered for 10 minutes. Stir in

sugar (until sugar is dissolved) and boil another 15 minutes. The mixture should

reduce to about 3 cups. Strain with a sieve or a strainer lined with cheese

cloth. Cool, then cover and chill for a couple of hours.

To make on serving, combine 1/4 cup of syrup with 1 1/2 cups of club soda

and ice cubes. Note -- you may want to experiment with the ratio to get the

right strength for the best taste. Try u! sing apple juice or white grape juice

for an interesting taste.

You can also sub sugar for splenda, or any substitute of your choice,

according to your personal taste

" I would rather walk with God in the dark

than go alone in the light. "

~Blessed, Sugar