There is a method to making hot cocoa, believe it or not. Learn how to make 1 serving of hot chocolate or enough for a crowd. The salt may seem like an odd ingredient, but it really helps bring out the flavor of the cocoa. Do not omit it unless you absolutely must.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 Tablespoon cocoa
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- Pinch of salt (yes, it mellows the cocoa)
- 1/3 cup water
- 2/3 cup milk
Preparation:
Mix cocoa, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan, slowly stir in water. Heat and stir over moderately low heat until mixture boils, then boil slowly, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Add milk and heat to scalding but do not boil.Yield: one serving
Hot Cocoa For A Crowd
Mix 3/4 cup cocoa with 3/4 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan. Gradually stir in 1 quart warm water, set over low heat, and heat, stirring now and then, 8 to 10 minutes. Add 2 quarts milk and heat to scalding. Serve in mugs, sprinkled, if you like, with cinnamon or nutmeg or topped with marshmallows.
Yield: 12 servings
Recipe Source: The New Doubleday Cookbook (Doubleday)
Reprinted with permission.
