Dec 13, 2012

Bittersweet Hot Chocolate with Red Wine

We love nibbling dark chocolate alongside a glass of red wine; the two flavors combined in a mug of hot chocolate is an unexpected treat.

Credit: Maxime Iattoni

MAKES 2 DRINKS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz. bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
⅓ cup fruity red wine, such as Pinot Noir, Shiraz or Beaujolais (we used merlot)
1 cup milk
Pinch Kosher salt
Sugar, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

Bring chocolate and wine to a simmer in a 1-qt. saucepan over low heat; cook, whisking, until melted, about 3 minutes. Add ⅔ cup water, milk, and salt; bring to a boil, and cook, while whisking 3 minutes more. Pour into 2 mugs and serve with sugar on the side, if you like.