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MILK RECIPES


Dear Readers,

I would like to introduce you to wholesome, natural alternatives to cow's milk. For many years there has been a lot of hype about the benefits related to cows milk. Primarily it is has been linked to children growing stronger having healthier bones and reducing the risk of osteoporosis.
On the contrary, once cow milk goes through the process of pasteurization it loses a lot of its nutritive value and minerals like calcium. The finished product of the milk product we consume from the supermarkets has a lot of calories and saturated fat which is definitely not good for your cardiovascular health.
Recently buying cow milk is even cheaper than buying water, are you aware of the amount of processed feeds grains, antibiotics given to cows for commercial ventures? The cattle are bred to produce three times the milk of the old fashioned dairy cow.
Finally or more importantly human beings stop producing the hormone lactase between the age of 2-5 years which is important for the digestion of lactose the main sugar found in milk. The undigested sugars end up in the colon where they begin to ferment producing gas that can cause cramping bloating, nausea, flatulence and diarrhea.


Take a look at our recipes;

Almond milk
Rice milk
Cashew milk
Hemp milk
Coconut mil





Milk Recipes

 

Almond Milk Supreme

 

1 ½ Cup water                                                                                          ¼ tsp almond flavouring

1 Cup BLANCHED AMONDS                                                              ¼ tsp salt

2 T honey                                                                                              2 Cup water

½ tsp vanilla

 

Blend all but the last ingredients on high 1-2 minutes until creamy. Stop blender and add remaining water measurement. Blend briefly. Pour into jug and serve immediately or chill.

YIELD: 4 ¼ Cups

Note: May strain after blending for a creamier consistency.

 

Basic Nut Milk

 

1 Cup water                                                                                               ¼ tsp salt

1 Cup cashew pieces, walnuts,                                                              1 tsp vanilla

       Filberts or brazil nuts                                                                    3 Cups water

1-2 T honey or 4-8 pitted dates

 

Blend all but the last ingredient on high 1-2 minutes until creamy. Stop blender and add remaining water measurement. Blend briefly. Pour into pitcher and serve immediately or chill.

YIELD: 4 2/3 C

Variations: May flavour with fresh or frozen fruit of your choice such as bananas, strawberries, blueberries, etc. Add fruit to other ingredients before blending.

 

Half and Half

 

1 ½ Cup water                                                                                          ½ tsp vanilla (optional)

½ Cup  cashew pieces                                                                              ¼ tsp salt

½ Cup Blanched Almonds                                                                     2 ½ Cup water

2 Tablespoons honey

 

Blend all but the last ingredient on high for 1-2 minutes until creamy. Stop blender and add remaining water measurement. Blend briefly. Pour into pitcher and serve immediately or chill.

YIELD: 4 ¾ C

Note: May strain after blending for a creamier consistency.

 

Cashew Rice Milkup

½ Cup cashews                                                                                         ½ Cup cooked brown rice

1 tsp salt                                                                                                                1 tsp vanilla

dates, banana or honey (about 2 Tablespoons honey)

 

Place all ingredients in blender, adding enough water to cover ingredients. Blend until smooth. Add more water 1 litre.

 

Rice milk

 

1 Cup cooked brown rice                                                                        2 Cup water

½ tsp salt                                                                                               ½ Cup cashews

2 Tablespoon honey or date pieces, according to taste

 

Blend all ingredients until smooth. Pour into container and add enough water to make 6 Cups. Stir well when using, as it settles.