Golden Milk

This warming delicious drink is loaded with anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory properties and can be made with any milk or milk alternatives you prefer! I love to make this for my husband in the evening instead of hot cocoa as it promotes restful sleep.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of milk of your choice ( unsweetened almond or coconut milk are tasty)

• 1/2 cup water

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 1/2" turmeric, grated/sliced or 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

• 1/2" piece of sliced ginger or 1/4 tsp ginger powder

• 1/4 tsp whole peppercorns or several sprinkles of fresh ground pepper

• 1 T coconut cream (I love Tropical Traditions, which can be found on Amazon!)

• 1 heaping tsp of honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar or for low carb, a packet of stevia or spoon of monk fruit or allulose sweetener.

• A sprinkle of cinnamon

Here's How:

1. Whisk all ingredients except for the cinnamon in a small heavy saucepan and bring to a simmer. Let simmer for 10-15 minutes, then strain. (If using all powdered herbs, no need to strain)

2. Return the mixture to the saucepan, add coconut cream and gently heat until dissolved

3. Pour into mug and sprinkle with cinnamon

4. Bigger batches can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days!