Almond and Fennel Seed Drink

Almond and Fennel Seed Drink

Ingredients:
Almonds
Fennel seed
Buttermilk
Sugar
Water
Pistachios

Directions:
1. Soak almonds in hot water 3-4 hrs.
2. In a separate container, soak fennel seeds in 1/2 cup water.
3. In blender, blend fennel seeds and water; strain, reserving liquid but discarding seeds. Strain almonds, then peel them.
4. Clean blender, then add in fennel water and almonds; blend to smooth paste. Add in lowfat milk, sugar and ice; blend on high.
5. Pour into tall glasses and top with pistachios, if you like.