Recipe - Golden Milk

Few months ago I wrote a post about Turmeric Powder-please click at the link : http://vikki2603.blogspot.com/2016/09/i-am-big-fan-of-healthy-lifestyle.html

Today I would like to share with you with the recipe how to make a golden milk-its delicious and very healthy drink. I drink it every evening - 2 hours before I go to sleep. Traditionally, turmeric milk has been used for colds, congestion, headache, and sore throats. Turmeric is a depression-fighter as well and  has strong anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties and helps with insomnia. It can be added to many dishes - soups, smoothies, dressings, etc.

To make my golden milk I need  golden paste  which takes approx.10 minutes to make.  Golden paste acts as a "starter" to blend the perfect cup of golden milk. It includes also black pepper which helps the body absorb turmeric.

Golden Paste ingredients :

• 3-4 tablespoons of turmeric powder (1/4 cup)
• 1 cup of water
• 1/4 teaspoon of pepper

Preparation:

1. In a stainless steel pot, cook the water, turmeric, and black pepper until it forms a thick paste, stirring and cooking for about 7 to 8 minutes.
2. Transfer the golden paste into a glass jar with a lid, and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
3. You will use this paste to make your golden milk below.

Once you've made your golden paste, you're ready to make golden milk.

Golden Milk Ingredients :

• 1 or 2  cups of coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon of Golden Paste
• Raw honey or Maple Syrop to taste - optional
• Pinch cinnamon -  optional

Golden Milk Preparation :

1. In a stainless steel pot, gently heat, but do not boil, 1 or 2 cups of milk with 1 teaspoon of golden paste.
2. A whisk is helpful to fully mix the paste into the milk.
3. Add optional  honey / maple syrup or cinnamon.
4. Pour into a cup and enjoy.

Have you tried golden milk? Share your thoughts with me in the comments.