Aug 25, 2011

Horchata Blanca (White Rice Drink)

The recipe for this rice drink was developed by Fany Gerson, who named it for its pure white color. Creamy and sweet, it's a far cry from traditional horchatas — this is almost like a dessert, and equally good served hot or cold.

Credit: Anna Stockwell

SERVES 8

INGREDIENTS

1/3 cup medium or long grain rice
1 1-inch piece Mexican cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla
12 oz. evaporated milk

14 oz. condensed milk
freshly ground Mexican cinnamon, to garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Toast the cinnamon and rice in a heavy skillet over medium-low heat until they release a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and transfer onto a blender; blend into a fine powder. Add the vanilla, evaporated milk, condensed milk, and 4 cups of water. Strain mixture through a wet cheesecloth into a serving pitcher. Chill completely, and serve over ice, or heat and serve warm. Top with freshly ground cinnamon right before serving.