nun's revenge

11 Pinches 2 Photos
Moose Jaw, SK
Updated on Mar 21, 2015

Fabulous Italian hot chocolate! A life of piety and chastity has to call for something sensual occasionally. This confection is sure to elicit a moan from all who partake. Drinking any of the great Italian-style hot chocolates is almost a religious experience. Over and over again, people who taste this drink for the first time say, "Oh, my God." Is that enough encouragement to give this one a try? Don't overlook the importance of the orange zest or the arrowroot. The oil from the zest gives the chocolate a fresh kick, and the arrowroot thickens the mixture.

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Photo by: Mia in Germany
prep time 10 Min
cook time
method Stove Top
yield Serves 2 in cappuccino cups or 4 in espresso cups.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup half-and-half, plus 2 tablespoons half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon arrowroot
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (or to taste)
  • 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (at least 70 percent cacao)
  • 2-4 slices orange zest (to garnish)

How To Make nun's revenge

  • Step 1
    In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the half-and-half with the arrowroot, whisking until smooth.
  • Step 2
    Place the remaining 1/2 cup of half-and-half in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Step 3
    Bring to a simmer and when the half-and-half begins to bubble around the edges, whisk in the sugar.
  • Step 4
    Whisk in the arrowroot mixture until the half-and-half thickens slightly, usually less than a minute.
  • Step 5
    Remove from the heat and quickly whisk in the chocolate until smooth.
  • Step 6
    Pour into cups, top each with a piece of orange zest, and serve immediately.

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