Ojas Milk

This sweet, spiced milk has nourishing and building qualities, which help to build ojas. Ojas, in simple terms, is our immunity, strength, and stamina. During the cold, dry, winter months, heavier, building foods can be an excellent medicine . This recipe is also useful for people in their wisdom years or during times of stress and general depletion.

The recipe uses cow’s milk, but fresh almond “milk” or another nut or grain “milk” is a good alternative, especially if excess kapha is present.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw whole milk

• 8 almonds, soaked, peeled, and chopped

• 2 dates, chopped

• 1/8 tsp. ginger

• 1/8 tsp. cinnamon

• 1/8 tsp. cardamom

• Optional add-ins: nutmeg, turmeric, saffron, ghee

Preparation Process:

• Place all the ingredients in a saucepan.

• Bring to a low boil for 4 minutes, and stir.

• Blend the mixture for a creamy texture or drink as is.