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Saturday, March 9, 2019
The Niche Warm Drinks That Will Get You Through a Chilly Spring
Here’s the thing, the arrival of spring doesn’t necessarily mean the snow (or rain, or sleet, or 30 degree temperatures) are over. On the upside, more cold weather means more excuses to make and sip warm drinks that will get you through that next cold spell. And while nobody’s talking smack about mulled wine or hot cocoa (especially with fresh whipped cream on top), after three months of snowstorms and cold days, you might be looking to mix up your mug. Whether you’re searching for a new boozy cocktail for aprés-ski, something hot to fill your thermos with, or just a tasty drink to fend off the cold, we’ve got options that’ll knock your thick, fuzzy socks off.
Brewed Cacao
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Cacao is like the cooler, older sibling of chocolate and coffee. If you find yourself getting jittery from one too many espressos but don’t want all of the sugar and cream from hot chocolate, give brewed cacao a try. It’s basically the same idea as coffee but made from ground cacao beans, resulting in a fruity brew with a slightly chocolate-y taste. Instead of caffeine, brewed cacao also has something called theobromine, a milder, longer-lasting stimulant. The nicest thing is that it can be brewed with a French press (or even added to coffee grounds).
Coffee Milk Tea
The Woks of Life
No, that’s not a typo. Many of us are either firmly rooted in the coffee camp or team tea, but in places like Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Ethiopia many people prefer to combine the two instead. Often mixed with condensed milk or just milk and sugar, the resulting combo is warm, creamy, and deliciously fragrant. The best versions are arguably served in Chinese bakeries, but it’s also really easy to make at home. Simply pop your tea of choice in a cup and add hot coffee instead of water, so that the tea brews right in the coffee. Get the Hong Kong Yuanyang Tea recipe.
Matcha
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Nowadays, you can find matcha-flavored anything, but you’re missing out if you haven’t tried the real deal. Simply brewed with water and whisked, the tea has an earthy, almost creamy taste. Some research has also suggested that it’s good for you, since it contains various vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are associated with better heart health and a boosted metabolism. Matcha comes in different grades, so when picking out a powder to drink straight up, try to go for ceremonial or premium grades. See our Guide to Matcha Green Tea for more.
Atole (Warm Corn Drink)
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If you’re looking for a heartier beverage to face yet another cold morning, atole might be the perfect answer. The Mexican drink is usually made from masa harina (or corn flour), brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Other spices like star anise or nutmeg are used too, for an added kick. It’s super easy to adjust thickness by changing the amount of water or milk added, so you can have a more-filling atole as breakfast (as is typical in Mexico) or a thinner one for a light, afternoon beverage. As a bonus, it also comes in seemingly endless varieties. Champurrado, for example, is chocolate-based atole. Other popular mix-ins are pineapple, peanuts, and savory flavors like chile arbol.
Mushroom Coffee
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A few years ago, it seemed like mushroom coffee was poised to become the next turmeric latte. Most varieties mix coffee with finely ground mushrooms like chaga, reishi, and cordyceps, which some research suggests have health benefits like anti-inflammation and antioxidants. Other enthusiasts think that they enhance focus and lower anxiety (which could also be a by-product of lower caffeine levels). Either way, mushroom coffee is a delicious option if you’re not ready to nix caffeine for good.
Spiced Milk
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It sounds simple, but nothing beats a fragrant, creamy mug of spiced milk on a cold day. The Dutch have anijsmelk, or star anise-infused milk. Parts of India like Chennai have masala paal, with almonds and pistachios, and insomniacs everywhere have turned to a warm cup of milk and cinnamon late at night. The brilliance of this beverage is how versatile the ingredients are. You can pretty much make it with any spices that you have on hand, and sub in with your alt milk of choice.
Lebanese White Coffee
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White coffee is a bit of a misnomer, since there are no coffee beans involved in this Lebanese version. Instead, the drink (often had in lieu of coffee) is a combination of water, orange blossom water, and sugar. It’s amazingly fragrant and caffeine-free, and it’s said to help with digestion. If you have trouble finding orange blossom water, you can substitute with other flower waters, like rosewater, instead. Get the Lebanese White Coffee recipe.
Amazake (Hot Sweet Sake)
Just One Cookbook
You’ve probably had hot sakes before, but amazake is a whole different category. Traditionally served at Japanese shrines and teahouses, it’s thick, sweet, and soothing. Technically, most amazake has some alcohol content, but it’s much lower than other sakes. If you can’t find it at a specialty store, it’s actually quite simple to make at home with just a few ingredients. All you need is rice, water, and something called rice koji, akin to a starter for sourdough or kombucha, that you can find on Amazon. Check out this Amazake recipe.
Red Wine Hot Chocolate
Downshiftology
There are a lot of delicious ways to spike hot chocolate: Bailey’s, amaretto, any number of cream-based liqueurs. But the best option of all might be red wine. It makes sense when you think about it—grapes and chocolate go together, so why shouldn’t red wine and hot cocoa? The mix is less sweet and more complex than other spiked chocolates, with the wine bringing out the fruitiness of the chocolate. Be careful not to go overboard with wine though—too much acidity will curdle the milk. Get this Red Wine Hot Chocolate recipe.
Hot Bourbon Milk Punch
Just a Little Bit of Bacon
Milk punch is a classic New Orleans cocktail. It’s usually made with a base of bourbon or dark rum mixed with milk, sugar, vanilla, and spices like nutmeg. Poured over ice, the punch is an incredible start to Mardi Gras. But mixed with hot milk instead of cold, it’s the ideal mug to cradle while watching a movie in bed (or any other hygge activity). Because it’s so simple, it’s also a great plan B for all of those times that you forget to pick up a bar of chocolate for hot cocoa. Garnish with some freshly grated cinnamon and snuggle in. Get this Hot Bourbon Milk Punch recipe.
Shopping List
If you want to try some of these options at home, you can buy most of your supplies online.
Choffy Ivory Coast Brewed Chocolate 100% Pure Cacao Beans, $14.99 on Amazon
Brew these medium roast cocoa beans as a coffee alternative.
Jade Leaf Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder, $23.70 on Amazon
This matcha is ceremonial grade, which means it's ideal for making into tea.
Maseca Instant Corn Masa Flour, $2.88 at Walmart
For making atole, as well as tamales, tortillas, and other Mexican classics.
Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee, $11.41 on Amazon
This particular blend contains lion's mane and chaga mushrooms.
Cortas Orange Blossom Water, $8.49 on Amazon
For brewing Lebanese white coffee and adding a fragrant note to lots of other drinks and dishes.
Miyako Koji Malted Rice, $15.24 on Amazon
If sold out on Amazon, check for this sweet sake ingredient in local Asian grocery stores and even on eBay too.
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What Is the Difference Between Pork Tenderloin and Pork Loin?
Despite what you might think, “What is the difference between pork loin and pork tenderloin?” is not a trick question. Although they sound incredibly similar, pork tenderloin and pork loin are actually very different cuts of meat.
Cuts of Pork
In the simplest version of a primal cuts of pork diagram, you’ll see just four different cuts: pork shoulder (also called pork butt); pork loin (think of this as the back of the pig); pork belly (pretty self-explanatory); and pork leg (which is better known as ham).
These four primal cuts can then be broken down into more specific parts. For instance, pork chops are often cut from the pork loin. A rib chop comes from the part of the loin that includes the ribs, as you might have guessed.
Pork Loin
In the grocery store, when you see an intact pork loin, it will be a a wide, flat, rectangular cut of pork, usually sold as either a boneless roast or bone-in roast. It’s very lean, so you shouldn’t cook it at high temperatures or it will dry out. When you cook it right, at a low temperature and for not too long a time, pork loin is very tender. The center cut portion of the pork loin is the leanest (and most expensive) cut of meat from the pig. You may also see pork sirloin, which is a cut that comes from farther back near the hips, and is not very highly regarded.
Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin, on the other hand, is a much smaller cut of meat. The pork tenderloin is a long, thin cut of pork (only about two inches wide) that is a muscle underneath the backbone of the pig, and has very little marbling.
Can You Substitute Pork Loin for Pork Tenderloin?
No. Pork tenderloin and pork loin are not easily substituted in recipes—if you’re looking to cook a pork tenderloin recipe, the timing and heat indications will be inaccurate for a pork loin, and vice-versa.
Whether you’re looking for pork tenderloin or pork loin, the bottom line is that you will have a delicious meal awaiting you as long as you choose a cooking method appropriate to the specific cut you choose. Take a peek at these seven recipes for pork loin and pork tenderloin that won’t disappoint.
Pork Loin with Roast Paprika
Leite’s Culinaria
This pork loin is seasoned with sweet and hot Spanish paprika and covered in a garlic paste made from 10 cloves of garlic, water, and kosher salt. Cover the pork loin evenly in the paste and make sure to be patient while marinating. Get the Pork Loin with Roast Paprika recipe.
Pork Tenderloin with Garlic and Herbs
La Bella Vita Cucina
Thyme, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil make for a simple marinade that goes well with the side dish of your choice. Bake the roast for about 45 minutes per pound. Get the Pork Tenderloin with Garlic and Herbs recipe.
Fennel-and-Prosciutto-Stuffed Pork Loin Roast
This pork roast is a real showstopper: the butterflied roast is rolled into a tight cylinder (filled with fennel and prosciutto) that is tied and then cooked in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for only about an hour. Let it rest for 20 minutes to ensure it’s juicy, then slice it open to reveal spirals of tender meat and flavorful stuffing. Get our Fennel-and-Prosciutto-Stuffed Pork Loin Roast recipe.
Bourbon Peach Pork Tenderloin
The Gourmet Rd
This is a great combination of fruit (peach jam) and spice (garlic) mixed with some bourbon, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Get the Bourbon Peach Pork Tenderloin recipe.
Cuban Rotisserie Pork Loin
Our recipe for Cuban pork loin is all about the marinade—freshly squeezed orange and lime juice, oregano, olive oil, and 12 garlic cloves are mixed together for a zesty marinade that gets better every hour you let it sit. Get our Cuban Rotisserie Pork Loin recipe.
Pancetta-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Half Baked Harvest
You know what tastes great with pork tenderloin? More pork! This pancetta-wrapped recipe is packed with flavor and seasoned with fresh thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Get the Pancetta Wrapped Pork Tenderloin recipe.
Crock Pot Balsamic Pork Loin Roast
If you’re often short on time to spend actively making dinner, this recipe is magic—the glaze is made from brown sugar, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, pepper, and chicken broth and reduces itself after hours of slow cooking in the Crock-Pot. Be sure to choose a pork loin with a visible fat cap so the meat stays moist. Get our Crock Pot Balsamic Pork Loin Roast recipe.
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7 Ways to Upgrade Your Hot Chocolate
Sure, the weather outside may be frightful, but if there’s one thing that’ll keep you chugging along through the winter months, it’s the always idyllic mug of hot chocolate. There’s certainly a reason why everyone loves to snuggle up under a blanket in front of a crackling fireplace (or Netflix), cup of piping hot chocolate in tow, but nonetheless, after a couple of identical mugs, it’s easy to get tired of having the same thing over and over. Instead of curling up with your regular instant hot chocolate, here’s a myriad of ways to upgrade the classic winter drink.
1. Mint
Chocolate and mint aren’t a newfound romance, but the duo blends the winter months with the holiday season. Crush up a candy cane and sprinkle the shards into the drink, or use a full length candy cane as a stirrer, which will give the chocolate a hint of mint. You can even throw a handful of mint candies—like Junior Mints—into the mug.
2. Cayenne Pepper
A dash of cayenne pepper is guaranteed to boost both the chocolate flavor and the overall spicy level. You don’t need a ton (although if you’re a spice aficionado, sprinkle away).
3. Cookie Butter
For a caramel and gingery flavor, swirl in a tablespoon of cookie butter while you heat the milk and cocoa powder. It’ll melt right in, creating a much thicker result. For an added bonus, top it off with crumbled speculoos cookies.
4. Espresso
Coffee purists might scoff at the idea of adding a shot of espresso to hot chocolate, but the chocolate/coffee combo is a bona fide classic. If you don’t have an espresso maker on hand, you can just add a dash of espresso powder.
5. Alcohol
For a sweet take on a nightcap, shake up what you’re used to by adding in a couple spoonfuls of your preferred liquor. Cognac creates a subtle, earthy note, and Irish creme will give the hot chocolate an added creaminess, but you can use just about any liqueur—even wine!
6. Nuts
For a hint of nuttiness, swirl in a tablespoon or so of nut butter—anything from peanut to almond to hazelnut to sesame (or even Nutella, for an extra dose of chocolate), which will make the hot chocolate much richer.
7. Cinnamon
Never had Mexican hot chocolate? The simplest version boasts just cinnamon and the regular ingredients for hot chocolate, but you can also add other spices like nutmeg, cayenne, and vanilla extract.
Looking for some more inspiration? Check out these hot chocolate recipes.
Banana Hot Chocolate
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This hot chocolate gets extra sweetness from blended bananas, and the final result is a mix between chocolate-dipped frozen bananas and a banana smoothie, but hot, of course. Get our Banana Hot Chocolate recipe.
Caramel Hot Chocolate
Cooking Classy
Raise the bar by making your own caramel sauce, then melt it down with chocolate chips. Garnish with whipped cream and more caramel. Get the Caramel Hot Chocolate recipe.
Bourbon Spiked Hot Chocolate
A Cookie Named Desire
Instead of white sugar, this recipe calls for a couple of teaspoons of brown sugar, and coupled with the bourbon, the end result has a nutty, caramelized sharpness. Get the Bourbon Spiked Hot Chocolate recipe.
Red Wine Hot Chocolate
Wholefully
Prefer wine to hard liquor? Luckily, pairing wine and chocolate is a genius move. Get the Red Wine Hot Chocolate recipe.
Blackberry Hot Chocolate
Little Sugar Snaps
Memorialize summer when it’s snowing out by making this fruity hot chocolate. Just cook down the blackberries with a bit of sugar to create a coulis, then blend with the hot chocolate in a blender, which makes it super frothy. Get the Blackberry Hot Chocolate recipe.
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Sugar Hero
With just the right ratio of cool peppermint to rich hot chocolate, this will make you feel warm and cozy from the inside out. Get the Peppermint Hot Chocolate recipe.
Pumpkin White Hot Chocolate
Foodie Misadventures
Fall produce can always have a place in the colder months, and this recipe is a testament to that. Pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice make this hot chocolate taste like a pumpkin spice latte, especially since instead of milk or dark chocolate, it calls for melted white chocolate. Get the Pumpkin White Hot Chocolate recipe.
Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Chocolate
Little Spice Jar
Let your slow cooker do all the work this time; just toss in chocolate, cocoa powder, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, chili powder, and milk, and cook for two hours. Get the Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Chocolate recipe.
Creamy Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
Tiny Tummy Tales
Warm milk, cocoa powder, honey, peanut butter, and a pinch of sea salt in a pot until the peanut butter has blended and is less thick. Get the Creamy Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate recipe.
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