¾ tsp ground cardamom (or about 6 pods if you have them available)
5 cups water
6 bags of black tea (I used darjeeling)
1¾ cup skim milk
¼ cup non-fat half and half
½ cup brown sugar, packed
Instructions
In a large saucepan, sprinkle ground cardamom into pan. Heat over medium heat to release flavor and aroma. Add remaining spices and crush them slightly with the bottom of a cup or back of a spoon. Add water, bring to boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and allow flavors to develop for about 10-15 minutes. Add tea bags and allow to steep for about 5 minutes. Discard tea bags and strain chai. Return to pan and add sugar and milk. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Serve hot and enjoy.