Chicha de Pasta: A Traditional Venezuelan Treat
Savor the essence of Venezuela with this creamy and flavorful Chicha de Pasta. Made with pasta, milk, and aromatic spices, this unique drink combines the comfort of traditional cooking with the joy of sharing. Perfect as a refreshing beverage on hot days or a sweet treat at gatherings, this delightful concoction will transport you straight to the heart of Venezuelan culture.
ingredients
- 1 cup small pasta (like elbow macaroni)
- 4 cups water
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- Ice cubes for serving
steps
- 1.
Boil water in a pot and add the small pasta. Cook until al dente, according to package instructions.
- 2.
Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- 3.
In a blender, combine the cooked pasta, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- 4.
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar.
- 5.
Chill the chicha in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- 6.
Serve over ice cubes in tall glasses, and sprinkle a dash of ground cinnamon on top for garnish.
