Horchata

Name: Horchata
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice; 1 cup blanched almonds; 4 cups water; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 tsp ground cardamom

Makes10 servings

By Chatelaine

Photo, Erik Putz.

Horchata, a dairy-free drink from Latin America that can give or ward off a chill, is tailor-made for unpredictable fall weather.

Ingredients

1 cup basmati rice
1 cup blanched almonds
4 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 tsp ground cardamom

Instructions

SOAK rice and almonds in water overnight.
ADD mixture to a blender with sugar. Blend on high for 5 min. Pour through a sieve lined with 3 layers of cheesecloth set over a bowl.
STIR in cardamom.

Chatelaine Quickies: Hot buttered chai latte

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 163, Protein 4g, Carbohydrates 23g, Fat 7g, Fibre 1g, Sodium 7mg.

Serving tip: Serve warm and sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice for a fun take on the PSL.

Serving tip: Pour over ice for a refreshing agua fresca.

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