Hug Mug

Red stoneware, hand built, cone 6 oxidation fired, 3.5 x 3.75 x 3.75 inches.

Recipe: Barefoot Contessa's Hot Chocolate

INGREDIENTS:

2½ cups whole milk

2 cups half-and-half

4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

4 ounces milk chocolate, chopped

1 tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 teaspoon instant espresso (or coffee powder)

4-5 vanilla beans (or cinnamon sticks)

PROCESS:

Heat 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 types of chocolate. When they are melted, add the sugar, vanilla extract and espresso and whisk vigorously. Reheat gently and serve immediately, garnished with vanilla beans or cinnamon sticks.