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Horchata

Prep Time:

30 minutes

Cook Time:

8+ hours soaking time

Serves:

6

Level:

Beginner

About the Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice

  • 5 cups warm water

  • 2 cinnamon sticks

  • ½ cup sliced almonds (optional)

  • 1 cup of milk

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (to taste)

  • Ice cubes

Preparation

  1. Rinse rice under cold running water until the water runs clear.

  2. Add the rinsed rice, almonds, cinnamon sticks, and 3 cups of water to a container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or up to 24 hours.

  3. Put the soaked ingredients into a blender and add the last 2 cups of water. Blend on high until completely smooth.

  4. Strain to remove pulp.

  5. When completely smooth, pour into a large pitcher and add the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.

  6. Stir until the sugar has completely dissolved.

  7. Serve over ice.

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