Simple Chai Syrup

The easiest cup of chai I've ever made. There's two versions; vanilla bean, and turmeric. Feel free to play around with the recipes' spices to make your own blend. (photo: vanilla bean chai syrup) VANILLA BEAN CHAI INGREDIENTS 14 ounces Sweetened Condensed Milk 2 teaspoons ground Cardamom 1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon ground Ginger 1/2 teaspoon Allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground White Pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground Cloves 1/8 teaspoon Sea salt 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped OR TUMERIC CHAI INGREDIENTS 14 ounce Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 1/2 tablespoon ground Turmeric 2 teaspoons ground Cardamom 2 teaspoons ground Ginger 1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground Black Pepper 1/8 teaspoon Sea Salt 1 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract NOTE: For less spicy chai, reduce the amount of pepper by half. DIRECTIONS In a medium bowl mix together sweetened condensed milk, spices, salt and vanilla until combined. Transfer syrup to a clean jar with a tight-fitting lid and store in the fridge for up to six months. To serve, stir a spoonful or two of syrup into a cup of hot black tea, coffee, or hot milk ( hat tip, Christine ). Enjoy! (photo: turmeric chai syrup)