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www.behindtheburner.com Tea expert Tracy Stern is steeping tea into more than a hot commodity. With fabulous flavors, packaging and decor, SALONTEA is another world of luxury and organic aroma. Tracy Stern’s tea isn’t limited to the teacup. Watch Tracy whip up some Chai tea infused pancakes with sautéed bananas and granola, a sure way to start the day. Tip Chai tea is the perfect “wake-up” tea. It has caffeine and a distinctively sweet and peppery flavor; it’s energizing for those trying to wean themselves off of coffee. Technique: Tea should be steeped for 1 1/2 minutes for a weak tea and 3-4 minutes for a heartier brew. Trick: Keep a small container of raw sugar mixed with the loose chai leaves. This “tea-infused sugar” can be used for baking and preparing sauces to add a spicy-sweet flavor. Tip: Loose chai leaves can also be used as an ingredient in rubs for meats. Chai Tea Pancakes by Tracy Stern Makes 8 servings INGREDIENTS: 2 cups all-purpose flour 3 tbsp. sugar 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 2 cups buttermilk 3 large eggs, separated 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 tbsp. ground SALONTEA chai Maple syrup for plating Yogurt for plating Granola for plating PREPARATION: 1. Whisk together flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. 2. Add to the dry mixture, buttermilk, 3 egg yolks, and the vanilla. Whisk until smooth. The batter should be nice and thick. 3. In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to beat 3 egg whites until soft peaks form …