Hindustani Chai

 Hindustani Chai

- Marti Conrad

1 gallon water

16 green cardamom pods

16 whole cloves

1/4 inch stick cinnamon

2/3 c loose black tea (Pekoe is a good one)

1 can sweetened condensed milk

3 c milk

1 c sugar

• Bring the water, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon to a rolling boil, and boil for 10-12 minutes. 
• Add the tea leaves and boil for 5 more minutes.
• Strain the tea and discard spices and tea leaves.
• Add sweetened condensed milk, milk, and sugar. 

Note - If it's too strong, add more milk (not water.)