It's official, the flu is a no-show this year. At least, it's very late to the winter games. Apparently flu germs, unlike most of us, like cold weather. They thrive in it.

Even though the CDC says incidents of the flu are down, way down, I still hear people coughing, hacking, and sneezing. Alas, the winter cold! OK, so more annoying than troublesome, the common cold can still leave you feeling, well, yucky.

But I have a little something that will make you feel oh so much better, the hot toddy.

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Settle in and sip on this, and I promise you will breathe and sleep much better!

Recipe:

1 ounce brandy, whiskey or rum (I opt for Jack Daniels.)

1 TBSP honey

1 slice lemon

1 cup hot water

1 tea bag (I tend to use whatever's on hand but both black and green teas work well.)

1 cinnamon stick and a pinch of nutmeg if you like

Let your tea bag steep as you would when making a cup of tea. Then settle into bed or a cozy chair. Cover with a blanket and enjoy!

Nutrition facts:

Calories: 128

Fat: 0g

Carbohydrates: 17g

Protein: 0g