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Raw nut milks and creams give blended drinks such as Holiday Nog, cereals, and even hot beverages a rich dimension. Almonds are a great base, but you can also experiment with other raw nuts, such as Brazil nuts or macadamias. To extend the beverage, just add more water. Soaking raw nuts is not essential in a pinch, but it releases the enzyme inhibitors and makes the task much easier on your blender. 

1 cup almonds
2 cups water, plus more for soaking
¼ teaspoon almond extract
2 dates, pitted

TOOLS: High-speed blender; sieve or cheesecloth

• Soak almonds in water for 8 hours. Drain and rinse thoroughly with fresh water.
• Place almonds and 2 cups water in blender. Blend on high until thoroughly blended; it may take a few minutes.
• Strain through sieve or cheesecloth.

Learn about the health benefits of almonds:

http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=20#healthbenefits

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LEMON ORANGEADE, CLASSIC LEMONADE, APPLE LEMONADE

APPLE LEMONADE

MAKES 1¼ QUARTS

Many adults have never had freshly pressed raw apple juice—if you have a juicer, using fresh organic apples will be a palate-awakening experience for your guests. If you do choose to use pasteurized juice, look for organic and unfiltered.

If you love the sharp twang of green apple, hold off on the agave nectar altogether. If you have a sweet tooth, use a sweeter apple, such as Fuji, or add agave to keep the glycemic index low.

1   quart apple juice
¾  cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
½  cup of ice
¼  cup agave (optional)
Few slices fresh lemon and/or apple (optional)

• Stir apple juice and lemon juice in a pitcher.
• Stir in agave, if desired, until dissolved.
• Add ice and stir.
• Garnish with fresh lemon and/or apple slices, if desired.

Learn about the health benefits of lemons:

http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=27#healthbenefits

LEMON ORANGEADE
MAKES 6-8 SERVINGS

I created this drink for a summertime event hosted by a women’s group. Adding a second citrus juice and raw honey gives the traditional lemonade a modern twist. Serve this on its own or with pungent foods to balance the flavors.

1       cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
¼      cup freshly squeezed orange juice
¾      cup  honey
4       cups water
½      cup of ice
Few   slices lemon or orange (optional)
Few   leaves spearmint (optional)

•    Pour lemon juice, orange juice, and honey into a pitcher. Stir until honey dissolves, or let mixture sit on counter for a few hours until honey dissolves.
•    Add ice and stir.
•    Garnish with fresh lemon slices, orange slices, and/or spearmint leaves, if desired.

Learn about the health benefits of lemons: http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=27#healthbenefits

CLASSIC LEMONADE
MAKES 1½ QUARTS

Like so many familiar foods, lemonade at one time made from scratch. This version is a far and refreshing cry from the “lemon flavor” mixes that we’ve become accustomed to.

1      cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
6      cups water
½     cup agave nectar
½     cup ice
Few  slices lemon (optional)

•    Pour lemon juice and water into pitcher. Stir.
•    Stir in agave until dissolved.
•    Add ice.
•    Garnish with fresh lemon slices, if desired.

Learn about the health benefits of lemons:

http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=27#healthbenefits

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