Whats better than a cup of steaming spiced hot cocoa?
One thats ready and waiting for you after a long afternoon of sledding or skiing.
If you have cheesecloth, bundle the spices inside of a square and secure it with kitchen twine.
Photo: Greg DuPree
That way you wont have to strain.
Heres an idea: use any leftover hot cocoa as a milk substitute in your morning coffee.
This recipe was developed by Deb Wise.
Ingredients
3(4-in.)
cinnamon sticks
1(2-in.)
Whisk together cocoa and 12 cup of the milk in a small bowl until smooth.
Cover and cook on LOW 212 to 3 hours; strain.
Serve hot chocolate with marshmallows, whipped cream, and cinnamon.