Fabulous Hot Chocolate Recipes

HOT CHOCOLATE

Steps:

• Heat the milk and half-and-half in a saucepan on medium heat to just below the simmering point. Remove the pan from the heat and add both chocolates. When the chocolates are melted, add the sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso and whisk vigorously. Reheat gently and serve immediately. Use a vanilla bean or cinnamon stick to garnish each serving.

CHOCOLATE BAR HOT CHOCOLATE

Steps:

• Place chocolate pieces in a saucepan over medium-low heat; add milk and whisk constantly until chocolate is melted and well blended, about 5 minutes. Whisk in cinnamon. Remove from heat; add more milk if desired. Serve in a mug.

"NUN'S REVENGE" FABULOUS ITALIAN HOT CHOCOLATE

Steps:

• 1. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the half-and-half with the arrowroot, whisking until smooth.
• 2. Place the remaining 1/2 cup of half-and-half in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer. When the half-and-half begins to bubble around the edges, whisk in the sugar. Whisk in the arrowroot mixture until the half-and-half thickens slightly, usually less than a minute.
• 3. Remove from the heat and quickly whisk in the chocolate until smooth.
• 4. Pour into cups, top each with a piece of orange zest, and serve immediately.

FABULOUS HOT CHOCOLATE MIX

Steps:

• 1. Mix ingredients in order given. Be sure to mix well. Store in airtight container.
• 2. To serve: Put 5 tablespoons mix in 1 cup hot water. Stir well. Top with Miniature marshmallows