Cashew Orgeat
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A creamy, nutty orgeat created for Cominando con Jesus!
- 2 cups cashew pieces
- 1–1/2 cup sugar
- 1–1/4 cup water
- 1 oz brandy
- Pulse and finely chop the cashews in a food processor, but do not pulverize them into powder
- Mix the sugar and water in a heavy bottom sauce pan over medium heat
- Stir until all the sugar is dissolved and bring it to a boil for 1 minute
- Add the chopped cashews and allow it to return to a simmer for 2 more minutes
- Remove from heat, cover and let it rest in the pan for 3-4 hours
- Place a large strainer over a bowl, line with cheesecloth and pour the liquid in
- When it stops draining, squeeze the cheesecloth to get the rest of the cashew milk
- Whisk in the brandy, bottle and refrigerate until ready to use.