Nut Milk
DAIRY
FREE
PALEO
DIET
If you can’t tolerate dairy, nut milk is an excellent alternative. And by making it yourself, you can avoid unwanted sugars and chemicals and maximize your nutrient absorption.
| Prep Time 15 minutes |
Makes 3 or 4 cups |
Serving Size 1 cup milk |
INGREDIENTS
1 cup nuts, soaked overnight
4 cups very hot spring or filtered water
METHOD
1 In a high-speed blender, blend nuts and hot spring water for 2 minutes.
2 Transfer mixture to a nut milk bag or a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth, and gently squeeze bag or press down on solids to strain milk into the bowl. Thin milk with more spring water if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
3 Refrigerate in a glass jar for up to 3 days.
Variations
Coconut Milk
Use 5 cups very hot spring or filtered water, and swap out the nuts for 3 cups unsweetened coconut flakes. Blend for 3 minutes, and proceed as directed.
Flavored Nut Milk
When you reach the full diet stage, you can make your nut milk a little more interesting by adding spices or sweeteners. Try adding cinnamon, nutmeg, or honey after step 2.