I AM VERY EXCITED to be introducing our new Golden Comfort, turmeric latte mixes!
I have long been a lover of chai flavor profiles. The warmth, complexity, and nuance to be cultivated in the chai landscape inspires my creative palate.
In curating our Golden Comfort line of turmeric-based lattes (powdered blends to be prepared with the hot milk of your choosing), that flavor is a reality in three variations: Naked Blend (the basis of all three), plus Focus and Sleep Blends.
You can use any kind of milk you prefer to make Golden Comfort. I tend to favor almond milk as it has the best mouth feel, nice and creamy with some natural sweetness; not to mention that it is alkaline to further aid in reflux relief. Keep in mind that the milk you choose will affect your experience, so experiment – there is so much to choose from.
I’m excited for you to explore and discover what personalized preparations attain your own perfect Golden Cup of Comfort! Is it a little added sweetness by way of a touch of quality maple syrup or a dollop of local honey? A splash of woody caramel in a bit of real vanilla? The warmth of added cinnamon sprinkled on top? Don’t hesitate to find your own special path to personal luxury.
I am personally loving our new Focus Blend, which incorporates several functional mushrooms with known therapeutic properties, long a fascination of mine in the kitchen. This careful selection of functional mushrooms comes together to support cognition and boost my focus.
While I do love it prepared in steaming hot almond milk, sipping the soothing latte as my morning takes shape, my own path of exploration took me to an unexpectedly delightful place –my favorite “hack” is to make oatmeal for breakfast using the Focus Blend!
Plain oatmeal is, well, rather plain; but with a few additions you, too, can easily make chef-worthy oatmeal and dial up the nutritional and soothing value, as well.
However you create your own moment of indulgence, I hope you enjoy yours as much I enjoy mine.
Chef Ken’s Ultimate Golden Comfort Oatmeal
Serves 4
- ½ stick unsalted butter (more is ok!)
- 2 cups steel cut oats
- 6 cups water
- 2 fat pinches of salt
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (more if preferred)
- 16 dried Turkish Apricots, quartered
- 4 pouches Golden Comfort (either Focus Blend or Naked Blend)
- 2 cups almond milk
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted & quartered
- 1 cup toasted almonds, roughly chopped, for garnish
Over medium heat, melt the butter in a saucepan. Add oats and cook stirring constantly with a wooden spoon for 3 or 4 minutes until the oats are toasted but not yet browned, they will develop a lovely nutty aroma
Carefully drizzle in the water and stir to make sure you loosen any toasted bits stuck on the bottom of the pan. Add salt, dried apricots, light brown sugar, and the Golden Comfort packets. Bring the mixture back to a boil and immediately reduce the heat to a bare simmer. Cover partially and cook gently, giving it a stir every few minutes for a total of 20 minutes. Add the almond milk and stir well. Cook another good 5 minutes until the texture you prefer has been achieved. Stir in the dates, and let the oats rest a few minutes before serving. Sprinkle the top with toasted almonds.
At this point, any extra oatmeal can be put into a small container and refrigerated for up to 5 days. It reheats well in the microwave, though you will need to add a touch of almond milk.
This recipe is easy to personalize. I’m a huge fan of toasted hazelnuts and pistachios. And the world of dried fruits will all work here, from cranberries, to mango, cherries, and raisins – any combination of these will work. Coconut milk is another good option. It adds great creaminess and a touch of exotic flavor.
Indulge in a bowl of comfort! From my kitchen to yours.
Enjoy!
Chef Ken
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