Ingredients
Preparation
As a home cook who's recreated countless family recipes, this hot chocolate captures the rich, comforting flavor Grandma perfected over generations.
Start by scraping the seeds from your half vanilla pod, then split it lengthwise. Add to a large saucepan with the fresh cream and milk.
Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, discard the pod, and stir in chocolate broken into pieces plus the sugar. Let melt, stirring occasionally.
Return to low heat, stirring until smooth and velvety.
Pour into cups, dust with bitter cocoa, and serve piping hot for that nostalgic warmth.
