Recipe - Grand Indulgence Hot Chocolate

1 qt Milk
Grated zest from 1 large
orange
3 Sticks cinnamon; or One fourth tsp.
ground cinnamon
4 ounce Imported semi or
bittersweet chocolate
6 tablespoon (3 oz.) Grand Marnier
Whipped cream or garnish;
optional

More Back of the Box Gourmet By Michael McLaughlin

The most successful comfort foods take a particular happy moment,
usually of childhood, and recreate that feeling of wellbeing so
successfully we can call it up as needed, merely by enjoying the food
in question. If after a longago skating, sledriding, or
snowmanmaking session, a big mug of real hot chocolate ever warmed
you and your icy fingers back to happiness, you'll be glad to know
this grownup version will work a similar magic today.

In a small saucepan over low heat, slowly scald the milk with the
orange zest and cinnamon. Remove the cinnamon sticks, if using.

In a blender, combine the hot milk with the chocolate and Grand
Marnier. Cover the blender and blend on slow speed until very smooth,
about 30 seconds. (Blend slowly to avoid the mixture running over the
blender lid.) Pour immediately into warm mugs and top with whipped
cream, if desired.

MAKES 4 to 6