When winter arrives the children look forward to the pack-y snow. You know? The kind you can make snowmen, snow forts and snowballs with. This year we have only had one of those so far. But it was a good one!
I've never been one for getting out there in the snow with the children, but with 11 brothers and sisters, I think mom isn't too much needed. I much prefer watching from the window and having the hot cocoa ready when they come in.
My all time favorite hot cocoa recipe feeds a crowd of children and parents.
1 1/2 cups cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups sugar (I like to use Turbinado, but any high quality natural sugar works)
a few pinches of cinnamon
6 quarts milk (I like to use raw milk, but if you can't get that, definitely DO NOT use lowfat or skim)
1. In a large pot over medium-low heat, whisk together the first 3 ingredients.
2. Pour in a little milk and whisk to make a paste.
3. Then slowly add the remaining milk, stirring until hot and smooth. Do not let it boil.
I like to make this up and keep it on the stove. When they all come in from outside, I turn the heat back on just to warm it up.
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