Archives for November 2010

Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie

November 30, 2010 · by · 25 Comments
 
 
 
 
 
This is a delicious recipe I make out of my Paula Deen “Just Desserts” cookbook. I typically have the ingredients on hand and am able to “whip it up” in no time! You can add nuts to this recipe as well. Serve warm out of the oven with vanilla ice cream and you have yourself one incredible sweet ending! 
 
 
 
A pre-made pie crust frozen, eggs, butter, flour, vanilla, sugar, salt, chocolate chips 
Mix sugar, flour, and salt together in a medium bowl
Beat in eggs, vanilla, and softened butter (microwave butter only 15 sec)
Stir in chocolate chips
Place mixture in pie crust 
Bake in a 325 oven for 45-60 mins until set in the center
YUMM!!!! 
I made this at a bible study at my house at the end of summer and it was a hit! 
Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie
 
Author: Janelle Nehrenz
Prep time:
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Total time:
Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 c. semi-sweet choc. chips
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 unbaked 9 in. pie shell
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 325.
  2. In a medium bowl mix flour, sugar, and salt. Beat in softened butter, eggs, and vanilla.
  3. Add chocolate chips and pour into pre-made pie shell.
  4. Bake uncovered for 45-60 mins.
  5. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream! MMMMM!!!!
 
My sweet friend, Courtney,  gave it a thumbs up! (www.womenlivingwell.org)

 
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Grandma Ruth’s Spaghetti Sauce

November 27, 2010 · by · 47 Comments
Meet my Grandma Ruth…a woman with an amazing gift of hospitality. I am so grateful to have her in my life …she has taught me much and I love her to pieces.
Of all the recipes that I adore of my Grandma’s, this is the one I cherish the most. The green pepper and celery that is added to the sauce adds the most delicious flavor. Let it simmer on the stove all day long and your house will smell like a bistro by dinner time!
My very worn recipe card from my grandma…she wrote this down for me 10 years ago.
Puree, Sauce, Paste, Parmesan Cheese, Sugar, Celery Stalk, Green Pepper, Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Parsley, Water, (I add a dash of cinnamon to mine)*Notice the sun has not completely risen yet…it is best to make this in the morning so the flavors brew all day.
Add all ingredients to a large pot
Stir well and turn stove burner to medium heat 
Let simmer all day 
It’s ready! 
Another delicious meal!

Grandma’s Spaghetti Sauce

 

1 28 oz can of tomato puree
2 15 oz cans of tomato sauce
1 small tomato paste
2 15 oz cans of water
¼ cup parmesan cheese
1 tbsp parsley
1 tsp salt
3 tbsp of sugar (I add a little more and a tsp of cinnamon)
2 tsp garlic powder (or more to your liking)
1 tsp pepper
½ green pepper cut in half and placed in sauce, not cut up
1 stalk celery placed in sauce, not cut up
combine all ingredients and let simmer all day!
Enjoy!
~Janelle
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Christmas Food Court Flash Mob

November 26, 2010 · by · 6 Comments

Hallelujah INDEED! What an amazing thing to happen in a FOOD COURT! God’s love is all around us…even when we least expect it! ENJOY!!! Praise be to God.



“Shout for joy to the LORD, all the Earth, burst into jubilant song with music” (Psalm 98:4)
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The US Pizza Team!

November 25, 2010 · by · 4 Comments

As my family and I watched the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this morning…one show really made me smile..the US Pizza TEAM! Here is a video of these talented “Doughboys” (and girls) practicing for the parade.

As you watch this video think about how sticky and stretchy pizza dough is! I can’t tell you how many times I have accidentally poked a hole through mine! These people have true talent and are so “light on their fingers”! What FUN! They are making life and food interesting and I like it!

For more info on these “Dough Guru’s” you can visit the site www.uspizzateam.com

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Chiletti..it’s what’s for dinner!

November 23, 2010 · by · 2 Comments

I get asked quite frequently if I make homemade meals every night…the answer is NO! I am good, but not that good! Roman’s 3:23 states “for all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God”. Thanksgiving week is a week that I allow myself to “fall short” in the way of meal preparation. I still provide food for my family, but because Thanksgiving dinner is such an anticipated event for my family.. I feel as though I should take a little break behind the counter during the forefront of the week. My hubby already “told on me” on Facebook and mentioned that we had Skyline tonight…haha..so here it is..a very un-homemade dinner that pleases just the same!

(my children prefer buttered noodles with cheese on top)

1 container of Skyline Chili, 1 package of Spaghetti, chopped onions, shredded cheese, sour cream

WHALA! My Un-Homemade Meal ! (HA!)


Skyline Chili is a Cincinnati, Ohio chain restaurant. “Cincy’s” Chili has a sweet yet spicy flavor due to a mixture of cocoa, cinnamon, chili powder and cloves. It is also typically beanless, but you can add on beans at the restaurant. They sell their pre-made products canned and frozen, and I take full advantage of them! If you live in KY, IN, OH, or FL, you may have had the awesome opportunity to enjoy their Chiletti..if not, here is a sneak peak into this fabulous yet easy meal. 
You may use regular pre-made chili (or my homemade chili shown on FB) for this dish as well! (add a little cinnamon and it will taste very much the same)
Enjoy!
~Janelle 
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Easy and Cheesy Bread

November 21, 2010 · by · 18 Comments
This cheesy bread is a conversation piece in itself..I make this two ways, the way I am showing below is one way, another way is to stuff the bread with swiss cheese and sauteed diced onions and finish as directed. I make this bread for company all the time- it is amazing! 
Start with a round loaf of bread from the bakery-lay it on a foil lined baking sheet (you will use the foil to wrap the bread) and make slices into the bread at a 30 degree angle, then do the same in the opposite direction-the depth of your slices should be about 75% through the bread, leaving it in tact. 

As you are slicing hold the bread together

Stuff with shredded Mozzarella cheese

Pour 1 stick of melted butter over top

Sprinkle with garlic powder and parsley

Cover with foil and bake in a 350 oven for 40 mins 

Open the foil and bake another 10 mins

Tear apart and ENJOY!

Easy and Cheesy Bread
1 round loaf of bakery bread
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup butter (1 stick melted)
garlic powder
parsley

Place bread on a foil lined baking sheet, reserve enough foil to cover the bread. Slice bread diagonally in both directions 75% through the bread making sure to keep it in tact. Fill cuts with cheese, pour melted butter over top sprinkle with garlic powder and parsley. Bake in a 350 oven for 45 mins. Open foil and bake another 10 mins until golden.
YUMMY!
~Janelle 



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Marvelous Meatloaf-It is SOOO delicious!!!!!

November 20, 2010 · by · 29 Comments
 
There are so many delicious recipes for meatloaf…. I would like to share with you my family recipe that I have made time and time again. This recipe was given to me at my bridal shower 8 1/2 years ago by my cousin Wendy…I have been making it ever since. My entire family eats this UP! There is a secret ingredient in it that makes it so good (you would never guess it). But, if I have not disappointed you yet…you simply must give this recipe a try (trust me?)…it is a winning recipe for sure! ENJOY!!! 
 
Make the glaze by mixing in a medium bowl: ketchup, brown sugar, lemon juice and prepared mustard- set aside
 
 
In a large bowl combine ground beef, bread crumbs, chopped onion, 1 egg, *lemon juice, and 1/3 cup of the glaze mixture
Shape into a loaf pan (or you may shape into a loaf and place in a 9×13), bake 1 hour in a 350 oven- pour off fat
Add the glaze and bake an additional 15 mins or until done.
Meat n Potatoes! (and a salad)
I had to share this with you..my 2 year old swiped my son’s plate when he got up to use the restroom. She LOVED this meatloaf! This is her yelling at him when he came back to the table…she was caught “red handed” (and red faced!)
Marvelous Meatloaf-It is SOOO delicious!!!!!
 
Author: Janelle Nehrenz
Prep time:
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Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1Tbsp real lemon lemon juice
  • 1 tsp prepared mustard
  • Meatloaf:
  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/3 cup glaze
  • 1 egg
  • 
2 Tbsp real lemon lemon juice
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350
  2. Combine all of glaze ingredients in a medium sized bowl and set aside
  3. In a large bowl combine meatloaf ingredients and 1/3 cup of your glaze
  4. Shape into a loaf and bake 1 hour; pour off fat
  5. Cover with remaining glaze and place back into oven and bake an additional 15 mins or until done in center
  6. ENJOY!
 

 

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Potato Pancakes

November 18, 2010 · by · 4 Comments
Left over mashed potatoes have never tasted so good! The panko in this recipe adds a light and crispy crust to the traditional potato pancake…Serve hot off the stove with a cheese garnish and a side of applesauce or sour cream! OHhh, YUMmm!
(p.s. a great idea to save this recipe for after Thanksgiving!) 

Last night’s mashed potatoes, panko, eggs, flour, (salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder or even chopped onion if desired)

Combine all ingredients except panko in a mixing bowl

Mix well

Shape into a disk form, about the size of the inside of your hand and coat with panko…form and pat it in there good so that they stay together in the pan well. 
Add oil/Crisco to a skillet on med-high heat and brown pancakes on both sides

Serve with cheddar cheese and applesauce or sour cream.
ENJOY!!! 


Potato Pancakes
3 cups mashed potatoes
2 eggs
½ cup flour
1 cup Panko
Crisco for frying
*You may add a tsp of garlic powder, onion powder, or ¼ c chopped onion for an added kick.  
1. Mix eggs, flour and seasonings of your liking into your mashed potatoes. 2. Shape into a disk about the size of the inside of your hand 3. Lay flat into Panko and press, turn over and coat other side pressing again (it may seem akward, but molding it will not hurt it) 4. Preheat skillet on med-high heat and add appx 2 Tbsp of Crisco to pan 3. Brown on both sides, serve warm…I like to add cheddar cheese and applesauce or sour cream (depending on what I have on hand). ENJOY!





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Sausage and Fresh Herb Stuffing

November 17, 2010 · by · 3 Comments

Come visit me at www.womenlivingwell.org for this delicious recipe…just in time for Thanksgiving!

Bless you,
Janelle 
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EASY Pumpkin Dessert

November 15, 2010 · by · 18 Comments
This is a delicious dessert that is very simple to make… It is perfect for when you want to make dessert for your family, but you don’t want to make an entire 9×13 pan. You may save the remaining cake mix for cupcakes if you’d like. Enjoy! 
~Janelle
(p.s. Jen- this one is for you!)
EASY pumpkin pie puree (mix), 1 can evaporated milk, 2 eggs, yellow cake mix (1/2 box), walnuts and butter

Add pumpkin mix, eggs, and evaporated milk

Beat well

Prepare a 11×7 or an 8×8 pan- pour in pumpkin mixture, sprinkle 1/2 box of cake mixture
and slightly stir

See, even my little one can make this! 

Top with chopped walnuts and melted butter

Bake in a 350 oven until well set and golden brown on top (appx 40 mins).  Let cool on counter, then cover and place in refrigerator to cool. 

Serve with a whipped topping of your choice! I just love pumpkin…MMMMmmmm

EASY Pumpkin Dessert
1 30 oz EASY pumpkin pie puree (It has all of the spices included)
2 eggs
1 can evaporated milk
½ box yellow cake mix
1 cup chopped walnuts
½ cup butter
Preheat oven to 350
Mix pumpkin pie puree, eggs, and milk well with mixer. Pour mixture into a prepared 11×7 or 8×8 pan. Pour ½ box of dry cake mix on top and slightly stir. Add chopped walnuts and melt ½ cup butter over top. Bake in a 350 oven for approximately 40 mins (be sure the middle does not jiggle when you take it out- keep it in longer until set). Let cool on counter, then place in the refrigerator until ready to serve…top with whipped cream and ENJOY!!!!

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@ Balancing Beauty and Bedlam, and Simply Sweet Home
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Sausage Gravy over Biscuits

November 12, 2010 · by · 18 Comments


Sausage and gravy over biscuits is an all time favorite in our home. This recipe isn’t just delicious, it’s simple and quick to make as well! I hope your family enjoys it as much as mine does. 
Biscuits, sausage, milk, flour, salt and pepper
Brown sausage on med-high heat, when it is cooked through add flour and turn heat down to low
The flour makes a paste on top of the sausage
Add milk and turn up heat to med-high again
Add salt and pepper and stir constantly until it thickens
Biscuits are ready! 
Here you have it! MMMmmmm. 

 

Enjoy!~Janelle
Sausage Gravy over Biscuits
Author: Janelle Nehrenz
Prep time:
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Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 lb Bob Evan’s Sausage (bulk roll)
  • 1 (8 count) Container of Grand’s Buttermilk Biscuits
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
  1. Bake biscuits according to package directions.
  2. Cook sausage in a large skillet on medium high heat and crumble with a spatula.
  3. When sausage is cooked through, turn down heat to low.
  4. Add flour and stir to make a paste on the sausage.
  5. Add milk, salt and pepper and stir
  6. Turn heat back to medium high and stir constantly until it thickens into a gravy. (about 5 mins)
 
P.S. Because I use “skim milk”..this recipe has no effect on my waistline (LOL)

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Amish Style Cinnamon Chip Bread Pudding

November 10, 2010 · by · 11 Comments

  Come visit me over at  www.womenlivingwell.org for this delicious recipe! 
Enjoy!
~Janelle
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Grandma’s Stuffed Peppers

November 9, 2010 · by · 54 Comments
Oh, how I have always loved my Grandma Ruth’s Stuffed Peppers- This is one of my hubby’s favorite meals too-He LOVES when I make these. There is no matching the smell of these baking through out the house.
*Scroll down to the bottom for allergy-friendly options (I wouldn’t want anyone to miss out on these!)
Ground chuck, tomato soup, ketchup, bread crumbs, eggs, onion, water, milk, onion powder, parsley, rice,
salt and pepper
Sauce: tomato soup, ketchup, onion powder, salt, pepper and water- set aside
Meat stuffing: ground chuck, bread crumbs, rice, chopped onion, eggs, parsley, milk and 2 Tbsp of the
tomato soup sauce
Cut and core your peppers
Place them in a 9×13 pan. Grab a handful of meat stuffing and shape into a ball- place inside each pepper
Cover with the tomato sauce mixture
Cover with foil and bake in a 350 oven for 1 hour
Here you have a delicious Stuffed Pepper meal! YUUUmmmmm…

(P.S. I love using red and green peppers during the Holiday Season!)
Enjoy!
~Janelle
*Food Allergy Options: Instead of eggs use 1 Tbsp oil, instead of milk use rice milk, instead of bread crumbs use gluten free bread crumbs (or you can process a toasted gluten free waffle) Serve with additional rice and a salad! 
Grandma’s Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 20 mins
Cook time: 60 mins
Total time: 1 hour 20 mins
Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 4 peppers of your choice
  • 2 lbs ground chuck
  • 1 large can of tomato soup
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 3/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 3/4 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 Tbsp parsley
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven to 350
  2. Sauce:In a medium bowl combine tomato soup, ketchup, water, onion powder, salt and pepper. Set aside
  3. Meat Stuffing: In a large bowl add ground chuck, bread crumbs, rice, eggs, onions, parsley, milk, and 2 Tbsp of the tomato sauce mixture.
  4. Cut peppers in half vertically and rid the insides of seeds and core.
  5. Place peppers in a 9×13 pan.
  6. Grab a handful of meat stuffing and shape into a ball and place inside of each pepper.
  7. Pour tomato sauce over top and cover with foil. Bake for 1 hour.
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It’s OKAY to think INSIDE the box!

November 7, 2010 · by · 7 Comments

So many friends feel as though they are going to disappoint me when they confess that they “use the box mix”. I am hear to tell you that IT IS OKAY! In fact, I feel it is an excellent way of becoming even more comfortable in your kitchen. By this I mean “OWN IT! Know what works and what TASTES GOOD and use it! Let’s face it, when we invest our time into one thing…another thing takes our time. Time is valuable and there is always a trade-off for it. Some dishes are worth the extra effort to prepare homemade and others may not be worthy…. On days when 6pm creeps upon us way too quickly, that is when making a completely homemade meal might not be the best choice for us. Ladies….drop the guilt, it is okay to use the box when you are pleased with the product.

Here are some “boxes” I love (and I am not too proud to say, I use!) Please share yours too!

GFS has the BEST frozen Pulled pork! I put this in the crockpot  when I throw parties or entertain a large crowd. I get so many rants and raves! It really is sooo delicious!  
Krusteaz is an amazing brand- I especially love their Crumb Cake!

Couscous is a grain-based side dish that tastes/looks like a noodle in rice form. That is certainly not a definition from wikipedia, but that is the best way I can describe it!  I love adding this as a side to grilled chicken, veggie  kabobs, or pork chops. 

I hope that I relieved some of you with this post. For those of you who are surprised…I am so sorry! However, the last thing I want to be is an idol. I LOVE to cook and I LOVE homemade, but it’s OKAY to think INSIDE the box sometimes…

Bless you,
Janelle



(Phil 4:5) Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.

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Chicken Scaloppini

November 5, 2010 · by · 3 Comments
A short while ago I asked some of my friends to send me some of their favorite recipes. One of my friends, Katie, gave me her favorite chicken dish, Chicken Scaloppini. It is tried and true…a delicious recipe indeed! The light, buttery crust of the chicken pairs wonderfully with homemade lemon sauce. The sauce also tastes amazing on top of risotto! Enjoy! 
~Janelle
Thinly sliced chicken, butter, flour, oil, chicken broth, lemon, parsley and basil (salt and pepper)
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper and lay in flour- repeat on the other side.

Combine butter and oil and melt in pan on med-high heat.
Add seasoned/flour-coated chicken.
Brown on both sides
Set aside
Squeeze 2 Tbsp of juice from a lemon
In the pan the chicken was cooked in, add 2 tsp of flour to the leftover butter/oil and whisk into a paste then add chicken broth

Let thicken for about 5 mins 

Add lemon juice

Add parsley and basil

Pour sauce over chicken and ENJOY!

Chicken Scaloppini
(6 servings)

6 thinly sliced chicken breasts
2 Tbsp butter
2Tbsp oil
2 cups flour plus 2tsp
2 cups chicken broth
2 Tbsp lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1Tbsp basil
1Tbsp parsley

Chicken:
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a dish add 2 cups of flour- coat each chicken breast with flour. Melt butter and oil in a large pan on med-high heat. Add chicken and cook on each side until lightly browned and cooked through. Take chicken out of pan and set aside on dish.
Sauce:
Leave the remains in the pan you cooked your chicken in. Add 2 tsp of flour to make a paste, then add 2 cups of chicken broth. Let simmer for 5 mins or until it begins to thicken. Add lemon juice, basil and parsley.

Serve over risotto, rice or pasta! MMMMMmmmm!
Thanks for sharing Katie!
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Simple Party Punch

November 4, 2010 · by · 18 Comments

There is something about “party punch” that makes me happy…is it the foaming sherbet floating on top? Is it the beautiful pastel color? Is it the sweet and tangy flavor? Perhaps it is a mix of all three descriptions that make party punch such a crowd pleaser. This recipe is simple….you will remember it always..and I can bet you’ll make it often! Enjoy, my sweet friends…
(You can use whatever color sherbet you like depending on the festivities- this was my little girl’s 2nd birthday- Orange would work beautifully for Thanksgiving- Lime for Christmas, etc)

Place ice or ice ring in punch bowl and add 1 container of any fruit punch
Pour in a 2 liter of lemon lime soda 
Scoop in sherbet to cover the top (I used an entire small container) 
You have just made a beautiful and satisfying “party punch”! This won’t last long!!! 
 
 
Simple Party Punch
 
Author: Janelle Nehrenz
Prep time:
Total time:
Serves: 15
Ingredients
  • 1 2 liter lemon-lime soda
  • 1 container of fruit punch
  • 1 small container of sherbet
  • Ice or ice ring
Instructions
  1. Combine soda and punch, add scoops of sherbet on top.
  2. To make an easy ice ring: Place water in a ring shaped jell-o mold and freeze over night.Plop right into your punch! You can also add fruits to your water to be “fancy.
 

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Chicken n Dumplins made EASY!

November 3, 2010 · by · 6 Comments
Come visit me over at www.womenlivingwell.org! This week’s recipe is Chicken n Dumplins made EASY..the perfect comfort meal for a cool autumn evening. So simple, yet sooooo delicious!! Your family will be blessed having this for dinner! MMMMmmmmm…..
Enjoy!
~Janelle 
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Homemade Hot Cocoa

November 1, 2010 · by · 33 Comments

There is nothing more comforting on a cool day than to walk into a nice warm home and be welcomed with a cup of homemade hot cocoa. This is a special treat I make for my children and my neighbors. It is simple and can be kept warm in the Crockpot. This recipe combines cocoa with chocolate chips to make it extra chocolaty. I also add 1 container of cool whip to make it extra creamy.

Milk, cocoa, chocolate chips, hot water, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar and salt 
In a med/large pot on the stove (med-high heat) pour in your hot water with sugar, cocoa powder, and salt-whisk well.
Add chocolate chips and whisk well until melted.
Add milk, vanilla, and cinnamon and whisk well.
Add an 8 oz container of cool whip- this makes it very creamy!!!
Transfer into a Crockpot on the lowest heat to keep warm.
When ready to serve, top with whipped cream or marshmallows. Ahhhhh….this is not your instant cocoa mix, my friends!  This is a REAL treat….mmMMM….Enjoy!

~Janelle

 
Homemade Hot Cocoa
 
Author: Janelle Nehrenz
Prep time:
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Serves: 10
Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1/2 gallon milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 8 oz whipped cream
  • *Extra whipped cream or marshmallows to garnish
Instructions
  1. In a med/large pot on the stovetop (med/high heat) pour in hot water, sugar, cocoa powder and salt- whisk well.
  2. Add chocolate chips, whisk well until melted.
  3. Add milk and whisk again until well combined.
  4. Add vanilla and cinnamon then stir in whipped cream.
  5. Serve and garnish!
  6. If you are making this in advance (for example, going caroling-etc.) simply place in the Crockpot on low heat -it will be waiting for you when you come in from the cold!!!!
 
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