Chiya Tea

2 c water
2 c milk
4 whole cloves
1/4 tsp whole cardamom seeds
1 cinnamon stick
1 slice candied ginger, cut into pieces
3-4 TB black tea leaves or 3-4 tea bags
1/2 c sugar

1. In a VERY large pot, boil milk and water over high heat
2. Add cloves, cardamom, cinnamon and ginger
3. Boil for 5 minutes
4. Add tea
5. Continue boiling for 5 minutes
6. Add sugar
7. Boil for another 2-3 minutes
8. Pour through a fine mesh strainer and serve hot

Makes about 3 cups

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