Spiced Chai Tea Smoothie Food

WARM SPICED CHAI

Steps:

• In a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle, combine cardamom pods and peppercorns; grind until aromas are released., In a large saucepan, bring water to boil. Add cardamom mixture, honey, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise and ginger; simmer 5 minutes or according to taste. Remove from heat. Add tea bags; cover and steep 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat milk. Strain tea, discarding spices and tea bags. Stir in hot milk and vanilla. Pour into mugs. If desired, sprinkle with nutmeg.

SPICED CHAI TEA SMOOTHIE

Steps:

• Pour milk into glass measuring cup; warm in microwave for 1 minute.
• Add tea bag; let steep 10 minutes.
• Remove tea bag and refrigerate for 5 minutes.
• In blender or food processor, combine milk mixture and tofu.
• Add sugar substitute, both extracts, and ice.
• Process until ice is crushed and mixture is frothy.
• Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve immediately.

CHAI TEA SMOOTHIES

Steps:

• In a blender, combine all ingredients but the ice and mint. Process until blended. Gradually add enough ice to make a thick consistency. Pour mixture into tall glasses and serve. Garnish with fresh mint, if desired.