Hot drinks can warm us up and lift our spirits throughout the winter season -- but they are almost essential at the holidays! Mugs of hot white chocolate, mulled cranberry or spicy hot tea all add up to a perfect evening in front of a cozy fire.
Try this divine Hot Chocolate with Chili and find more delicious recipes for hot drinks on our website.
 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons sugar
a pinch or two of cayenne
1/4 cup water
1 cup milk
1 cup half and half
whipped cream for topping (optional)
Whisk together in a saucepan the cocoa or carob, sugar, chili powder and water. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until heated through. Whisk in the milk and half and half and continue cooking over low heat until hot. Pour into cups and top with whipped cream and another pinch of pepper, if you like.
Makes about 2 servings.
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