Golden Milk

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients together in a small pot or kettle.
2. Bring mixture to a simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Strain mixture, then transfer to storage bottle/pitcher
4. Place in the refrigerator to chill.

Qualities

• Texture: Liquid
• Rating for Scent: 4/10
• Spice Level: 2/10

Tips

• Perfect addition to hot tea or coffee; unless drinking at bedtime or when trying to induce sleep.
• Other optional ingredients include ginger, clove, cardamom, or peppercorns.
• Ground ingredients can be used but will not be as flavorful and may have difficulty mixing well.
• Any milk can be used for this recipe, but milks that are higher in fat (versus skim) taste best.
• 1/8 tsp vanilla bean scrapings can be used in place of vanilla extract

Nutrition

Nutrition Content for 1 cup

• Calories: 158kcal
• Carbohydrates: 13g
• Fat: 8g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 0g
• Added sugar: 0g
• Sodium: 94mg

Recipe Benefits

• Anti-inflammatory
• Hydrating
• Promotes gut health

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