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Horchata

The easiest, creamy and slightly sweet homemade Authentic Mexican Horchata. 

This post includes step-by-step recipe instructions and pictures for how to make homemade horchata.  While living in Mexico for a period of time (and with the help of some locals), I perfected several authentic Mexican recipes including Authentic Mexican Rice and Tres Leches Cake.

A tall, clear glass of Mexican horchata sprinkled with cinnamon and sitting on a wood table surrounded by cinnamon sticks.

Horchata

It’s almost Cinco de Mayo guys!  A good excuse to throw a party with your friends and make some awesome homemade Mexican food! I’ll be making several of my favorite Mexican dishes, particularly Authentic Mexican Rice and Cantina-Style Salsa.

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