I am grateful for true friends, reserving that special nook in my heart for those who have made an effort to stay in my life and welcomed the same from me.
By the way, the photo on the bottom right is the work of the incomparable Mario Testino. Some photographers capture the soul. Testino captures energy like none other. Imagine an apprenticeship under Testino! I would need to be revived with paddles. ; )
lavender hot chocolate
2 c whole milk
3 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao)
1 oz milk chocolate
1/4 tsp lavender buds (fragrant so adjust per preference)
1/2 c cold heavy whipping cream
1/4 tsp vanilla extract or seeds from 1/4 of a whole vanilla bean pod
1/2 tbsp granulated white sugar
1. Whipped cream: Beat cream, vanilla, and sugar in a cold mixing bowl with a whisk or mixer until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Hot chocolate: Heat milk and lavender over med heat, whisking occasionally until begins to simmer. Remove from heat and set aside for 5 minutes to steep. Strain lavender and return milk to saucepan. Over med heat, add chocolate and mix until melted and incorporated. Whisk until frothy (10-20 sec). Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
*Note: To make creamier, change ratio to 1 to 1 dark to milk chocolate.
(serves 2 because it's always more fun when there's enough to share or have seconds)
2 c whole milk
3 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao)
1 oz milk chocolate
1/4 tsp lavender buds (fragrant so adjust per preference)
1/2 c cold heavy whipping cream
1/4 tsp vanilla extract or seeds from 1/4 of a whole vanilla bean pod
1/2 tbsp granulated white sugar
1. Whipped cream: Beat cream, vanilla, and sugar in a cold mixing bowl with a whisk or mixer until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Hot chocolate: Heat milk and lavender over med heat, whisking occasionally until begins to simmer. Remove from heat and set aside for 5 minutes to steep. Strain lavender and return milk to saucepan. Over med heat, add chocolate and mix until melted and incorporated. Whisk until frothy (10-20 sec). Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
*Note: To make creamier, change ratio to 1 to 1 dark to milk chocolate.
(serves 2 because it's always more fun when there's enough to share or have seconds)
l i v e e x u b e r a n t l y™
image by natalie | quote adapted from words by Jennifer Aniston & Judith Viorst | hot chocolate photo & recipe by Rick Poon | hug photo by Beginning Boutique via theelectric | model friends photo by Mario Testino via ttimechic
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