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Cashew Orgeat

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A creamy, nutty orgeat created for Cominando con Jesus!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cashew pieces
  • 1–1/2 cup sugar
  • 1–1/4 cup water
  • 1 oz brandy

Instructions

  1. Pulse and finely chop the cashews in a food processor, but do not pulverize them into powder
  2. Mix the sugar and water in a heavy bottom sauce pan over medium heat
  3. Stir until all the sugar is dissolved and bring it to a boil for 1 minute
  4. Add the chopped cashews and allow it to return to a simmer for 2 more minutes
  5. Remove from heat, cover and let it rest in the pan for 3-4 hours
  6. Place a large strainer over a bowl, line with cheesecloth and pour the liquid in
  7. When it stops draining, squeeze the cheesecloth to get the rest of the cashew milk
  8. Whisk in the brandy, bottle and refrigerate until ready to use.

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