Horchata

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   Place the rice in a blender or spice grinder and process until thoroughly pulverized.

2. 2

   Take your time doing this - this is a critical step and the more finely ground the rice, the better the horchata will be.

3. 3

   Transfer to a large bowl or pitcher and add the almonds, cinnamon, and lime zest.

4. 4

   Add about 3 cups of hot water, cover, and let stand overnight.

5. 5

   The next day, transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until mixture is as smooth as it will get, again taking your time to allow to get as smooth as possible.

6. 6

   Add 2 cups additional cool water and blend again until thoroughly combined.

7. 7

   Pour mixture through a strainer lined with 3 layers of fine cheesecloth set over a bowl, little by little, pressing on solids and stirring to help mixture pass through the cloth.

8. 8

   The more slowly you strain the mixture, the smoother the horchata will be.

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   Transfer to a pitcher and add 2 cups more water, until the mixture is a pleasant, smooth consistency.

10. 10

    Add sugar and vanilla extract, to taste.

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    Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

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    Serve cold over ice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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