Easy Chocolate Fondue

This quick, easy recipe is sure to please all ages. Fondue Ingredients: 2 c. whole milk 1/2 c. heavy cream 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 4 c. semisweet chocolate chips 1 1/3 c. milk chocolate chips Dippers: Sliced bananas Strawberries Apples Pound cake Marshmallows Graham Crackers Pretzel rods Dipping tools, like long forks or marshmallow roasters Directions: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, 

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Poached Pears

For such a delicious and elegant dessert, poached pears are amazingly simple to prepare. Ingredients 6 firm pears (not quite ripe), peeled with stems on 3 cups red wine 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 1/2 vanilla bean, split in half lengthwise 1 star anise 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Choose a cooking 

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Cider, Thyme, and Tonic Mocktail

This mocktail sounds even good enough for breakfast. Recipe: 12 oz apple cider 2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 oz thyme simple syrup* 1 bottle (9.3 ounces) tonic water Additional thyme and lemon slices for garnish Directions: Add all ingredients except tonic water to a pitcher and stir until fully incorporated. Add ice to 

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Orange-Scented Hot Chocolate

Try sipping on this hot chocolate made with dark chocolate and a hint of orange. Instead of adding sugar, rely on the sweetness of the chocolate for a true chocolate lover’s cup of comfort. Ingredients 2 cups whole milk (or milk of choice) 2 teaspoons zest from medium orange 3 ounces semisweet chocolate chips Preparation 

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