Almond Milk

The basic recipe I use is to soak almonds overnight, discard soaking water, then combine in a blender 1 part almonds to 3 parts water, and blend. If you have a good blender (I use a VitaMix), there's no need to strain; if not, strain with cheesecloth.

You can add sweeteners if you like (dates, honey or maple syrup are all pretty good), but they aren't necessray. One date or a tablespoon of honey is enough for 1/2 C almonds and 1 1/2 C water. A touch of vanilla extract or ground cinnamon is nice too (1/4 tsp).

By Bruce Sherrod. Posted to the PaleoRecipe Mailing List, Feb. 2001