Special Teas

Powdered almonds make this chai a little bit nutty, and you can really taste the cinnamon and cardamom as well. If you don't have real saffron (it's very expensive) you can always leave that out.

• 1 tsp loose tea
• 4 cardamom pods, bruised
• 1 small cinnamon stick, broken up
• Saffron threads, a pinch
• 4 cups water
• 2 tbs finely powdered almonds
• Honey, to taste

Mix everything except honey and almonds in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and let tea steep for 5 minutes. Put a teaspoon of almonds in the bottom of each cup, and pour hot tea over. Sweeten with honey to taste.
Serves 6