grand-marnier-hot-chocolate-200332.json

{
    "directions": [
        "In a large saucepan, stir together the half-and-half, the milk, the orange juice, the zest, and a pinch of salt and bring the mixture just to a boil over moderate heat. In a small heatproof bowl, whisk together the chopped chocolate and about 2/3 cup of the hot milk mixture until the mixture is smooth and whisk the chocolate mixture into the remaining milk mixture. Simmer the hot chocolate, whisking, for 2 minutes, discard the zest, and stir in the Grand Marnier. (For frothy hot chocolate, in a blender blend the hot chocolate in batches.) Divide the hot chocolate among heated mugs and garnish each drink with some of the whipped cream and grated chocolate"
    ],
    "ingredients": [
        "1 cup half-and-half",
        "2 cups milk",
        "1/2 cup strained fresh orange juice plus two 3-inch strips of orange zest removed with a vegetable peeler",
        "6 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped fine, plus, if desired, grated chocolate for garnish",
        "1/3 cup Grand Marnier, or to taste",
        "whipped heavy cream for garnish if desired"
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "source": "www.epicurious.com",
    "tags": [
        "Liqueur",
        "Alcoholic",
        "Chocolate",
        "Christmas",
        "Valentine's Day",
        "Orange",
        "Winter",
        "Party",
        "Gourmet",
        "Drink"
    ],
    "title": "Grand Marnier Hot Chocolate",
    "url": "http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/grand-marnier-hot-chocolate-200332"
}