Classic Hot Chocolate

Ingredients:

• 1 qt milk
• 1 vanilla bean, split
• 1 stick of cinnamon
• ¾ tsp black pepper corns (whole)
• 2 bars (3.5 oz) Lindt Excellence 70% Cocoa, chopped

Directions:

• Heat the milk with the spices in a sauce pan over medium heat until it reaches boiling point, but do not let the milk boil.
• Add the chopped chocolate and whisk until smooth.
• Remove from heat and let rest for 25 minutes to release the spices' aroma.
• Strain the liquid and reheat before serving.

Source: Lindt Chocolate R.S.V.P.