Shelly's Recipe

NEW MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE

Category: Beverages and Cocktails

1/2 cup water
1/3 cup honey
5 tbsp unsweetened cocoa
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
4 cups milk
1 tsp vanilla extract

Combine first 6 ingredients in a large, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk and vanilla extract, stirring constantly with a whisk. Heat to 180 degrees or until tiny bubbles form around edge, stirring with a whisk (do not boil). Serves 6-8