01.20.14

How many of you have tried almond milk?

Okay.

Now how many of you have tried the thick and creamy goodness known as homemade almond milk?

If the answer is no, then you must — we mean must — give this recipe a try. It’s super simple and tastes downright delicious, not to mention it’s only 40 calories per serving.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of almonds
• 5 cups of water for soaking
• 4 cups of water
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Cheese cloth or strainer

Directions:

• Soak almonds overnight in 5 cups of water. Drain the water.
• In a blender, blend almonds, vanilla extract, and 4 cups of water.
• Over a large bowl, strain the mixture into a cheesecloth or strainer slowly. Squeeze or press the milk out from the thick mixture through the cheesecloth/strainer.
• Continue to do this until everything is strained.
• Enjoy within 7 days! (Store in fridge)