Raw Vanilla Almond Milk

Ingredients

• 1 C almonds (soak in a bowl in the refrigerator overnight and rinse before using)
• 3 C water
• 1 vanilla bean , seeds scooped out
• 3-5 soft pitted dates , or other sweetener to taste such as honey or stevia

Instructions

1. Blend the soaked almonds with the water until smooth, then strain the mixture through cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer into a big bowl. Save the almond pulp in a container for later use.
2. Put the almond milk back into the blender and blend in the vanilla seeds and dates (or other sweetener) until smooth. This milk will last in the refrigerator for about 3-5 days. Shake well before using.