Monday, December 29, 2008

A Great Winter Drink; Amanda's Hot Chocolate

By Betty Ignante

Most folks think you will find the best hot chocolate in Maine, Vermont, North Dakota, Wisconsin and other snow belt states.

But, when it come to food and drink, never underestimate the Cajuns of South Louisiana. They could make your car taste good.

In fact, my very favorite hot chocolate recipe belongs to a university administrator, wife, and mother who grew up in Abbeville, where nearly everyone is an accomplished cook, even the men. Here is Amanda's recipe.

Start with 10 cups of dry powdered milk.

Add 2 1/2 cups of Coffee-Mate or a similar product.

Add eighteen ounces of Nestle's cocoa mix.

Lastly, pour in 1 1/4 cup of powdered sugar. Stir all the ingredients until they are combined uniformly.

When the mixture is completed, add two heaping teaspoons to a cup of hot water to try it, and add a bit more of any ingredient to suit your taste. It is great as is, but I generally add a bit more cocoa.

Whether you make a little ingredient adjustment or not, you and your family will love the results. - 15359

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