A Simple and Delicious Drink Recipe:HORCHATA

INGREDIENTS:

- 1 ½ cups of long grain rice

- 1 cinnamon stick

- 4 cups of boiling hot water

- Sugar (to taste)

- 3 cups of milk

- 1 can of evaporated milk

- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk

- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract

- Ice

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preparation:

   - Rinse 1 ½ cups of long grain rice until the water runs clear.

   - Transfer the rinsed rice to a large bowl and add a broken cinnamon stick.

   - Cover the rice with 4 cups of boiling hot water and let it soak overnight or for at least four hours.

2. Blending the Rice Mixture:

   - After soaking, transfer the rice mixture to a blender.

   - Add sugar to taste and blend until the rice is smooth and well incorporated.

3. Straining the Mixture:

   - Strain the blended rice mixture into a pitcher using a strainer or cheesecloth to remove any grainy texture.

   - Ensure the rice water is smooth and free of any lumps.

4. Adding Milk and Sweeteners:

   - To the strained rice water, add 3 cups of milk, 1 can of evaporated milk, and 1 can of sweetened condensed milk.

   - Incorporate 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract for flavor enhancement.

   - Mix the ingredients well to ensure they are fully combined.

5. Adjusting Consistency and Taste:

   - Add 2 cups of water to the mixture and adjust the sweetness and consistency to your preference.

   - Taste the chapa and adjust by adding more sugar or water as needed.

6. Serving:

   - Add ice to the chapa mixture to chill it.

   - Serve the delicious and refreshing avocado chapa in glasses and enjoy this delightful drink.

This simple and delightful recipe for Avocado Chapa offers a refreshing and creamy beverage that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the unique flavors and smooth texture of this drink that will surely become a favorite in your recipe collection.