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Breakfast Assam (pot) Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Ingredients for Breakfast Assam (Pot)

Method

Directions for Preparing Breakfast Assam (Pot)

1

Boil Water

In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.

2

Add Tea Leaves

Once the water is boiling, add 2 tablespoons of Assam tea leaves to the pot.

3

Add Spices

Add 1 teaspoon of your choice of spices (crushed cardamom, grated ginger, and/or a stick of cinnamon) to the pot.

4

Simmer

Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

5

Add Milk and Sugar

Pour in 1 cup of milk and add 2 tablespoons of sugar. Stir well.

6

Heat Through

Increase the heat slightly and let the tea heat through for another 3-4 minutes, but do not let it boil.

7

Strain and Serve

Remove from heat and strain the tea into cups. Serve hot.