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Yield: 4 servings. 2½ cups whole or reduced-fat 2% milk 1 cup 60% cacao chocolate chips or chunks ½ cup powdered milk 2 teaspoons cornstarch Whipped cream or marshmallows (optional)

Rosemary and Goat Cheese Strata

Yield: 4 servings. 2½ cups whole or reduced-fat 2% milk 1 cup 60% cacao chocolate chips or chunks ½ cup powdered milk 2 teaspoons cornstarch Whipped cream or marshmallows (optional)

Hot Chocolate

Hot Chocolate Recipe

Yield: 4 servings.

2½ cups whole or reduced-fat 2% milk
1 cup 60% cacao chocolate chips or chunks
½ cup powdered milk
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Whipped cream or marshmallows (optional)

In a medium saucepan, heat milk to just before boiling. Reduce heat to low and whisk in chocolate. Continue whisking until chocolate has melted completely. Continue whisking, and add powdered milk and cornstarch until mixture is smooth and thick. If a thinner consistency is desired, add more milk. Garnish with whipped cream or marshmallows (optional).

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This story was published on Feb 01, 2017

Lynn Wells

Lynn Wells gained a fond respect and interest in cooking from her mother and Aunt Addie at the age of 8 in North Carolina. During college, Wells worked in a wide range of restaurants, from fine dining to family- owned. After graduating from UNC Greensboro with a degree in nutrition management and hospitality, Wells began a 21-year career in the nutrition department at Cone Health. In 2014, Wells started Thyme Well Spent Personal Chef Service, an in-home cooking experience for private clients, which continues today. Wells is also a food writer, food stylist, culinary consultant, and the recipe developer/writer for Our State.