Delicious Horchata Recipe: A Refreshing Mexican Drink

Horchata is a traditional Mexican drink made from rice, cinnamon, and sugar. It's a refreshing and creamy beverage that's perfect for a hot summer day. Here's a simple and easy recipe for making Horchata at home.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of long-grain white rice
• 3 cinnamon sticks
• 5 cups of water
• 1 cup of sugar (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Ground cinnamon (for garnish)

Start by rinsing the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Then, place the rice and cinnamon sticks in a blender and blend until the rice resembles coarse sand.

Pour the rice mixture into a large bowl and add 5 cups of water. Stir well and let it sit overnight (or for at least 8 hours) in the refrigerator.The next day, strain the rice mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher. Add sugar and vanilla extract, and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Serve Horchata over ice and garnish with ground cinnamon. Enjoy this delicious and refreshing drink with your family and friends.