Masala Tea

Ingredients:

• 6 c Cold Water
• 1/3 c Milk (or to taste)
• 1 3" stick Cinnamon
• 6 Whole Green Cardamons
• 4 Whole Cloves
• 12 Black Peppercorn (opt)
• 12 ts Sugar (or to taste)
• 6 ts Leaf Tea (heaping) OR-9 tea bags (orange pekoe)

Preparation:

• Combine water and milk in adeep pan, and bring to a boil.
• Add the spices and sugar.
• Stir to blend, and turn off the heat.
• Cover the pan, and let the spices soak for at least 10 minutes.
• Add the tea leaves or tea bags, and bring the water to a second boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.
• Uncover, check the color and taste, and if desired add more milk and sugar.
• Strain the tea into a warm teapot, and serve immediately.