Horchata (Ground Rice Drink)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup long grain rice
• 1 cup water
• 4 cups milk
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions

1. 1

   need also Large Capacity Blender (7-8 Cups).

2. 2

   Place rice in a bowl with enough hot water to cover.

3. 3

   Let sit overnight on counter.

4. 4

   Next day, remove the water.

5. 5

   Place rice, 1/2 cup fresh water and 2 cups milk in a blender until rice is all ground up.

6. 6

   Add sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Blend.

7. 7

   Add the remaining two cups milk, and 1/2 cup water.

8. 8

   Blend.

9. 9

   Strain through thickly layered cheesecloth (more than once may be necessary; do NOT squeeze the cloth).

10. 10

    Chill and serve. Makes approximately 6 cups.

11. 11

    Note: This is a favorite for youngsters of all ages. Also, the rice starch in this drink is an excellent way to "put out the fire" on your tongue while eating hot/spicy meals. In summertime, add crushed ice to drink to make a slushy.