Recipe:

Hot Spiced Carob

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Serves 4

This delicious, warming drink is made from carob rather than cocoa and you may use your choice of dairy, almond or soy milk. The fresh ginger gives it just a little kick and the sprinkling of spices over the top will tickle the tongue. Top with whipped cream, if you like.

Ingredients

1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled and halved
3 to 4 tablespoons carob powder
2 cups milk
Honey to taste
Pinch of ground cinnamon
Pinch of ground cardamom
Whipped cream (optional)

Method

Bring 2 cups water and ginger to a low simmer in a small pot. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes over low heat. Remove and discard ginger. Add carob powder and stir until blended completely. Add milk and honey and heat until hot but not boiling. Pour hot spiced carob into mugs and sprinkle with cinnamon and cardamom. Add dollops of whipped cream on top, if you like.

Nutrition

Per serving (1 cup/8 fl oz): 110 calories (10 from fat), 1g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 4g protein, 22g total carbohydrate (1g dietary fiber, 6g sugar), 5mg cholesterol, 75mg sodium

Tags: American, Wheat Free, Vegetarian, Low Sodium, Low Fat, Gluten Free

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