Homemade Roasted or Raw Almond Milk

What You Need:
almonds
glass jar
blender
Almond milk is a tasty ingredient used in recipes and also as a beverage. Learn how to make almond milk at home with this easy recipe.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 15 minutes
Here's How:
Place 1 cup freshly roasted almonds in a glass jar.
Cover with 4 cups water.
Tightly close the jar.
Refrigerate for 1 day or no more than 2 days.
Pour into blender and blend until smooth.
Strain liquid from pulp through cheesecloth, applying pressure to squeeze out all liquid.
Retain the almond paste pulp for other uses.
Tips:
Use almond milk in recipes or as a delicious drink by itself or with a little honey and vanilla.
The almond paste pulp can be used to top cereal, vegetables, or rice.
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Raw Almond Milk

Ingredients:
1 cup raw almonds
water for soaking nuts
3 cups water
2 dates (optional)
1/2 tsp vanilla (optional)
Preparation:
Soak the almonds in water overnight or for at least 6 hours.
Drain the water from the almonds and discard. Blend the 3 cups of water, almonds and dates until well blended and almost smooth.
Strain the blended almond mixture using a cheesecloth or other strainer.
Homemade raw almond milk will keep well in the refrigerator for three or four days.