Golden milk

Ingredients:

• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)

• 1 tsp ground turmeric

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1/4 tsp ground ginger (or 1/2 inch fresh ginger, grated)

• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper (helps with the absorption of turmeric)

• 1 tsp coconut oil (optional for extra creaminess)

• 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)

• A pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat the milk:

   • In a small saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until it starts to simmer, but don’t let it boil.

2. Add the spices:

   • Whisk in the turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, and coconut oil (if using). If you prefer using fresh ginger, grate it directly into the saucepan. Continue to whisk for 2-3 minutes to combine the spices well.

3. Sweeten:

   • Stir in the honey or maple syrup, adjusting the sweetness to your preference.

4. Simmer and infuse:

   • Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the spices to fully infuse into the milk.

5. Strain (optional):

   • If you used fresh ginger or if you want a smoother texture, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into your mug.

6. Serve:

   • Pour the golden milk into a mug and sprinkle with a little nutmeg or cayenne pepper on top if you like. Serve warm.

Enjoy your Golden Milk, a warming, nourishing drink with the power of turmeric!