Hot Ginger Coffee

6 tablespoons ground coffee (not instant)

1 tablespoon grated orange peel

1 tablespoon chopped crystallized or candied ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

6 cups cold water

Reduced-fat whipped topping, optional

Combine the coffee, orange peel, ginger and cinnamon; pour into a coffee filter. Add water to coffeemaker and brew according to manufacturer's directions. Pour into mugs; garnish with whipped topping if desired. Yield: 6 servings

Editor's Note: Look for crystallized or candied ginger in the spice or oriental foods section of your grocery store.