Making the switch to a dairy free lifestyle does not have to be complicated nor do you have to give up on creamy desserts, chocolate drinks and cereal. When I first considered going dairy free I was overwhelmed with all the changes I would have to make. I suddenly took note of all the times milk was used in my home. Even if you do not desire to go dairy fee you may want to cut down or find a healthy alternative but were unsure where to start. A great starting point is almond milk. Have you tried it yet? After suggesting it to a friend she updated her Facebook status with “Almond milk substituted milk perfectly in my cake recipe!”
My three year old and I devour chocolate almond milk like it is going out of style. Let’s just hope it never does. My husband and one of my other kids are pleased using vanilla almond milk in their cereal. I enjoy cooking with regular but vanilla adds a nice flavor when baking. Since Blue Diamond carries a fine line of quality almonds it is only natural and logical they would be an authority on almond milk. The website is full of information and recipes! If you or a family member is lactose intolerant or has a milk allergy this will an invaluable resource for you.
Here is a sample recipe from the site showing you how almond milk can be used in recipes!
Quick Cinnamon-Almond Rice Pudding
Ingredients
3/4 cup leftover cooked rice, preferably basmati or jasmine
3/4 cup Almond Breeze® Original
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup sliced almonds, roasted
1 teaspoon honey
Directions
Combine rice, almond milk and cinnamon in a small saucepan. Turn heat to medium and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 4 to 5 minutes, until milk is thicker and rice is a bit creamy. To serve, place in a bowl, top with almonds and drizzle with honey.
Microwave instructions: Combine rice, milk and cinnamon in a microwave-safe serving bowl. Cook on full power for 1 minute, then stir and cook 1-2 more minutes, until milk is thicker and rice is a bit creamy. Top with almonds and drizzle with honey.
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