Chai

Total Time: 15 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon cardamom
• 3 whole black peppercorns
• 2 slices fresh ginger, peeled
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 cloves
• 2/3 cup milk
• 4 teaspoons sugar
• 3 teaspoons loose black tea (or tea bags)

Recipe

• 1 put the water in a saucepan, add the spices, and bring to a low boil.
• 2 turn down the heat and let simmer for 4 to 10 minutes.
• 3 add milk and sugar and bring to a heavy simmer.
• 4 add tea, turn off the heat, and let steep for 2 to 3 minutes.
• 5 strain into two cups and serve hot.