Cold winter days got you feeling ugh?
This is the time of year where you can find me curled up on the couch with a hot drink and a book.
My new hot obsession is golden milk, also known as turmeric tea.
Turmeric has been studied for its many benefits including;
- anti-inflammatory,
- antioxidant properties,
- relieves arthritis pain,
- eases symptoms of depression,
- builds heart health.
1. Golden Milk – Supercharged with Medicinal Mushrooms
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp ULTIMATE mushroom complex powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1/2 tsp coconut oil
- 1/4 tsp dried ginger powder
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups coconut milk
- Black pepper
- Pinch of mineral salt
- Raw honey (optional)
Preparation
- Mix all ingredients in a saucepan and gently heat over low heat.
- Whisk well or use a hand blender.
- Serve warm.
2. Golden Milk Turmeric Paste
- 1/2 cup turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp ULTIMATE Mushroom complex
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 3/4 tsp dried ginger powder
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp mineral salt
- 2 cups filtered water
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (or ghee)
- 1/3 cup raw honey (optional)
Preparation
- Over low/medium heat combine turmeric with water, bring to a very gentle simmer, stirring until a paste is formed.
- Combine ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper and sea salt.
- Once paste is formed add the mixed spices, continuing to stir, until mixture has become a thick paste.
- Remove from heat and add coconut oil and honey, stir until mixed.
- Pour into a clean jar. Let cool, mixture will thicken as it cools, then add lid. Shake to prevent separation. Store in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.
- For golden milk – heat 2 cups of coconut milk in a saucepan. Add 1tsp – 2tbsp and whisk or blend. Bring to a gentle simmer and then serve warm.
Golden milk is great to drink any time of the day. I especially enjoy it at night to help me wind down from busy stressful days. I hope you enjoy these recipes and they keep you cozy and comforted on these cold autumn days.