horchata recipe

horchata recipe.### Traditional Mexican Horchata Recipe Horchata is a delicious and refreshing Mexican beverage made from rice, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon. Here's a classic recipe to make this drink at home. #### Ingredients: - 1 cup long-grain white rice - 4 cups water - 1 cinnamon stick - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1 cup milk (whole milk or a milk substitute like almond milk) - 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste) - Ground cinnamon for garnish - Ice for serving #### Instructions: 1. **Prepare the Rice and Cinnamon:** - Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch. - In a large bowl, combine the rinsed rice, cinnamon stick, and 2 cups of water. Let the mixture soak for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.