Chef Linda
Linda Soper-Kolton, Chef, came to the Sanctuary as a guest chef to share her love of compassionate cooking in our then-fledgling culinary program. Lured by the magic of the Sanctuary, her love of animals and the urgency of our mission, Linda stayed on to lead and grow the culinary program, inspiring and educating with love, patience, and delicious food.
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Nut Milk
By Chef Linda
Nut milk is a healthy and delicious alternative to dairy and because it's so easy to make, you’ll want to have a jar or two in the fridge at all times. Use different nuts to create different tastes and textures. Cashews, for example, are naturally sweet and creamy, so I tend to make cashew milk more than any other. Depending on how you want to use the milk, you may choose to make plain milk for a more neutral addition to savory recipes or you can add a touch of cinnamon, dates, and vanilla when using in desserts, smoothies, or cereal.
Ingredients
1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for 30 minutes to several hours, then drained
3 cups water
1 tsp teaspoon vanilla
3 pitted dates, or a tablespoon or two of real maple syrupAdd up to 5 dates for a sweeter result
Pinch of salt
½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Directions
1
Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend for about 2 minutes, starting at a low speed and gradually working up to the highest speed. If you’re aiming for a thinner consistency in the milk, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to remove nut pulp. Pour directly into mason jars or air-tight container and refrigerate. Keeps for 3 to 4 days. Shake well before each use.
Notes
Nut Milk
About 4 cups
INGREDIENTS
1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for 30 minutes to several hours, then drained
3 cups water
1 tsp teaspoon vanilla
3 pitted dates, or a tablespoon or two of real maple syrupAdd up to 5 dates for a sweeter result
Pinch of salt
½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
DIRECTIONS
1
Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend for about 2 minutes, starting at a low speed and gradually working up to the highest speed. If you’re aiming for a thinner consistency in the milk, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to remove nut pulp. Pour directly into mason jars or air-tight container and refrigerate. Keeps for 3 to 4 days. Shake well before each use.