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Chai

Makes 6 servings

Chai

Makes 6 servings

A smooth and mild version, this tea is traditionally served sweet with milk.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 102 (23% from fat)
carb. 17g
pro. 3g
fat 3g
sat. fat 2g
Col. 8mg
sod. 40mg
calc. 119mg
fiber 1g Vegetarian
Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 3 whole cinnamon sticks
  • 1 vanilla bean, split in half or ½ tablespoon pure vanilla extract       
  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
  • 1½ teaspoons allspice berries
  • 2 teaspoons cardamom pods
  • ¾ teaspoon whole cloves
  • 6 English Breakfast tea bags
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 cups whole milk, half-and-half or any nondairy milk

Preparation

  1. 1. Insert Stirring Paddle. Add 4 cups water, 3 cinnamon sticks, 1 chopped vanilla bean, 2-inch piece of ginger, sliced,1½ teaspoons allspice berries, 2 teaspoons cardamom pods, and ¾ teaspoon whole cloves to the work bowl.
  2. 2. Secure the Cooking Lid with Steam Cap in place. The cooking time is set for 10 minutes at 285°F on Speed 1.
  3. 3. The cooking time is now set for 10 minutes at 205°F on Speed 1.
  4. 4. Add 6 English Breakfast tea bags; allow to steep for 5 minutes.
  5. 5. Wring out tea bags and discard. Add ¼ cup honey and 2 cups whole milk. Secure the Cooking Lid with Steam Cap in place.
  6. 6. The cooking time is set for 3 minutes at 160°F on Speed 2.