Figs with milk
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. Fig with milk is an excellent alternative to pharmacy cough medicines, especially for children. If you have fresh or frozen figs, making the drink will take just a few minutes. Many people add sugar or honey when warming the milk or mashing the figs, as children enjoy sweet drinks. Don't forget to let the milk cool slightly before serving, to about 35 degrees. Serve it chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients.
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Step 2
Pour any type of milk, regardless of fat content, into a saucepan or pot, place it on the stove, and heat over medium heat to approximately 60-70 degrees. The milk should not boil, otherwise the vitamins in the fig puree will be destroyed when the milk is poured in. Turn off the heat.
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Step 3
Rinse the figs in water, cut off the stems. Cut them into several pieces and place in a bowl or small dish, mash with a fork to turn into a puree.
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Step 4
Pour in the warm milk, mix thoroughly, and let it sit for 3–5 minutes until the drink cools down to 35 degrees.
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Step 5
Pour the milk with figs into glasses or cups, and add sugar or honey to taste, if desired. In any case, children will surely ask for a sweetener! Do not prepare the drink in advance—it should be consumed within 10 minutes of preparation, otherwise it may separate.