Turmeric Ginger Golden Milk

# What you need:

→ Milk Base

01 - 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened plant-based milk

→ Spices

02 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger or 1-inch fresh ginger, peeled and sliced

04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

05 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

06 - Pinch of ground cardamom

→ Sweeteners and Enrichments

07 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup

08 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or ghee

09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine the milk, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, and cardamom. Whisk thoroughly to distribute spices evenly.

02 - Heat the mixture gently over medium-low heat until steaming, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Avoid boiling to preserve the delicate flavors and nutritional properties.

03 - Remove from heat and stir in honey or maple syrup, coconut oil or ghee if desired, and vanilla extract. Whisk until completely combined.

04 - If fresh ginger was used, strain the milk through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids, pressing gently to extract maximum flavor.

05 - Pour into serving mugs and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

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It tastes like a warm hug and costs just pennies to make, especially compared to cafe versions.
The anti-inflammatory magic actually works, and your body knows it within days of sipping regularly.
You can customize it endlessly based on what you have on hand and how you're feeling that day.

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Black pepper changes everything—without it, your body absorbs far less turmeric, so don't skip this tiny but crucial ingredient.
Fresh ginger is more forgiving than ground, and the drink tastes noticeably brighter when you use it, though ground works beautifully when you're in a hurry.

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