santosana (comforting)
Golden Mylk

It’s safe to say: golden mylk is the new coffee. It revs up the agni (digestive fire), reduces inflammation, flushes fat, and increases happiness. In fact, studies have shown that turmeric can be as effective of an antidepressant as Prozac! Drink this every night to stay healthy and happy.

SERVES 1

1 cup non-dairy milk

1–2 tbsp Turmeric Paste

2 drops liquid monk fruit sweetener or ¹⁄₂ tbsp coconut sugar

¹⁄₄ tsp ashwagandha powder (optional)

cinnamon, for topping

1 In a small saucepan, heat milk over low heat until warm. Whisk in turmeric paste, monk fruit sweetener, and ashwagandha (if using).

2 Before serving, froth with an electric frother and dust with cinnamon. Enjoy warm.

turmeric paste

MAKES 12 TBSP

¹⁄₂ cup water

¹⁄₄ cup ground turmeric

¹⁄₂-in piece fresh ginger, grated

¹⁄₂ tsp cinnamon

¹⁄₂ tsp ground vanilla bean or ¹⁄₂ tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract

¹⁄₄ tsp ground cardamom

¹⁄₄ tsp freshly ground black pepper

¹⁄₄ cup coconut oil

1 In a small saucepan, combine water and turmeric and bring to a simmer. Add the ginger, cinnamon, vanilla, cardamom, and pepper, and continue to cook, whisking constantly, for 5 minutes.

2 Add the coconut oil and whisk until fully combined. It will have a paste-like consistency.

3 Remove from heat, transfer to a clean airtight container, and refrigerate. Paste can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 weeks.

Golden Mylk