Wednesday, February 17, 2010
ARKANSAS — Before we reach springtime, don’t forget to enjoy some of winter’s classic favorites!
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Laura Bush’s Hot Cocoa
6 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
6 Tbsp. sugar
pinch of salt
2 1/2 c. milk
2 1/2 c. half and half
1/2 tsp. vanilla
pinch of cinnamon
Mix dry ingredients in a three-quart pan. Pour in milk and whisk smooth. Heat to dissolve, about five minutes. Stir in half and half, vanilla and cinnamon.
Heat but don’t boil, whisking for seven to 10 minutes. Pour into six mugs.
Top with whipped cream and a little finely grated orange rind. Sprinkle with a little cocoa.
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One Cup Hot Cocoa
1 Tbsp. cocoa
2 bsp. sugar
1 Tbsp. milk
1 c. milk
Mix cocoa and sugar in a mug. Add one tablespoon of the milk to make a paste. Heat remaining milk (but don’t boil) and add to mug. Stir well.
Opinion, Pages 4 on 02/17/2010