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Homemade Latte

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One of my favorite ways to celebrate Fall is with a warm frothy latte. Once I realized how easy it is to make a latte at home I didn’t feel the need to limit this kind of goodness to a five dollar splurge at the coffee shop. Making your own latte doesn’t require any fancy equipment or milk foaming machines. You can mix up a latte with a jar, a lid and some strong brewed coffee.

Simply brew a strong batch of coffee or expresso beans. I like using a french press or aeropress to ensure the coffee is bold and smooth. Pour 1/4 to 1/2 cup (depending on how strong you prefer your latte) strong brew coffee into your favorite mug. Pour desired amount of milk into a jar. Secure the lid and begin shaking the milk until it’s frothy. It should double in size with about 60 seconds of shaking. Then remove the lid and microwave the milk for 30 seconds. Pour the milk into the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon. Finally, spoon the foam on top and sprinkle with cinnamon to garnish. Your homemade latte can even be sweetened with honey, vanilla or chocolate. Watch the Clearly Organic blog for a homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte!

Rice Syrup

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Recently we received an online question from customer Maureen N. Her question was in regards to rice syrup. She was wondering what rice syrup is, and if a recipe calls for rice syrup what is a proper substitute if you don’t have this product? Thanks for your question Maureen, we’re happy to provide some clarity on this food.
Rice syrup or brown rice syrup are sweeteners often used in packaged foods. It is made by breaking down the starches and simple sugars in rice. When the simple sugars are separated out they are in a liquid form called maltose which is then boiled down into a syrup. Rice syrup tends to be less sweet than sugar and a little more nutty in flavor. When substituting rice syrup in a recipe it’s best to trade it out with another nectar-like sweetener such as agave nectar, corn syrup, maple syrup or honey.

Diabetic Meal Planning

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According to the Centers of Disease Control approximately 29 million Americans have diabetes. With this condition there comes a need to be more aware of the foods you are consuming and the impact they have on your body, particularly your blood sugar. The right meal plan can help keep your blood glucose within normal limits, it can also improve your cholesterol numbers and overall blood pressure.

When following a diabetes meal plan the thing you want to prioritize is finding nutrient dense foods that are rich in vitamins and minerals. You also want to stick with consistent meal times, this helps balance blood sugar. Some key elements of a diabetes meal plan are vegetables, lean proteins, sprouted grains and fresh fruit. Honestly, a diabetic meal plan is a great guide for anyone trying to maximize the impact of the foods they consume and keep their weight in check. Watch the Clearly Organic blog for more info about diabetic friendly recipes and meals.