Authentic Indian Chai Tea

Ingredients

• 4 whole Cardamom Pods, Cracked
• 2-¼ cups Water
• 5 whole Black Tea Bags, Or 1/4 Cups Loose Tea Leaves
• 1 whole Star Anise
• 1 stick Cinnamon
• ¼ cups Sugar
• 2 cups Whole Milk Or Half-and-Half

Preparation Instructions

Press the cardamom pods until they crack. Bring the water, tea, star anise, cinnamon, and cardamom to a boil.

Boil for 3-5 minutes until the tea is black and has reduced to about 2 cups. Strain and add the sugar. Add the milk and stir until hot.

Place the used cardamom pods in the bottom of the cups for good friends.

Makes 4 American-sized servings or 12 (or more) Indian-sized servings.