Simple and delicious; red wine hot chocolate is the perfect winter treat. Whether you are a wine or chocolate lover, you will be obsessed with this drink after your first sip!

INGREDIENTS

Serves 8

• 5 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 quart (4 cups) whole milk
• Pinch of salt
• 1 1/2 cups fruity red wine, such as Merlot, Shiraz, or Zinfandel
• Cinnamon sticks and additional cocoa powder, for serving (optional)

MIX IT

1. Whisk the chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, and cinnamon together in a large saucepan.

2. Add the milk and bring to a simmer over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until hot and smooth, about 5 minutes.

3. Stir in the salt.

4. Remove from the heat and add the wine.

5. Divide among 8 small glasses or mugs, garnish with a cinnamon stick and a dusting of cocoa powder, if desired, and serve.