how to make strawberry milk

To make strawberry milk, you generally start by preparing a strawberry syrup by cooking fresh or frozen strawberries with sugar and water until the mixture thickens. After cooling the syrup, you blend or mix it with milk until smooth. This drink can be enjoyed immediately or chilled for later. Here is a simple step-by-step method:

1. Rinse and hull about 15 oz (around 1 cup) of strawberries, then cut them in halves or quarters.
2. In a saucepan, combine the strawberries with about 1/3 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water.
3. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it comes to a soft boil, mashing the strawberries as they soften.
4. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
5. Remove from heat and cool.
6. Blend the strawberry syrup with 4 cups of milk (dairy or dairy-free) until smooth.
7. Pour into glasses and serve. Optionally, chill before serving.

This recipe can be adjusted with sugar amounts, choice of milk, and can be made sugar-free or vegan as preferred.