Homemade Horchata
This recipe was inspired by the most adorable bride with deep Mexican roots. She is one of the sweetest and most gentle and genuine people I've ever known. I will never forget little miss Jacquie. Special thanks to Jacquie's sweet mamma for her help in creating this deliciousness. Authentic Homemade Mexican Horchata 1 C. White Rice 3\4 C. Brown Sugar 1/2 C. Almonds Chopped 1 Mexican Style Cinnamon Stick 1 T. Mexican Vanilla 1 Can Evaporated Milk 12 oz 1 1/2 C. Almond Milk 4 C. Purified Water Several Ice Cubes (Mexican cinnamon sticks: Yes they exist but I have no idea what the difference is. Sorry) ' Twas the Night before Horchata..... Soak rice, almonds and cinnamon sticks in a large bowl full of water. (I break my cinnamon sticks but I don't think that's a necessary step. Just sayin'.) This needs to soak for at least 5 hours so overnight is the best option for me, otherwise I'm watching th...