French-Style Hot Chocolate

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Although it's commonly made with cocoa powder (chocolate liquor that has been pressed and ground), this classic French-style hot chocolate is richer -- a luxurious blend of bittersweet and semisweet chocolate, hot milk, cream, and a smattering of brown sugar.

Martha Stewart Living, February 2005

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Recipe Summary

Servings:

6

Ingredients

5 ounces bittersweet chocolate (preferably 70 percent cacao), chopped
4 ounces semisweet chocolate (preferably 55 percent cacao), chopped
4 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar, plus more to taste
Pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1
Heat all ingredients in a large saucepan over medium heat, whisking, until chocolate has melted and mixture is hot. Stir in more sugar, if desired.

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