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COCOA FOR A CROWD



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Cocoa for a Crowd comes from Pat Monson of Stewartville, Minnesota. "On a winter day, this cocoa really hits the spot," Pat assures.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 100 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups sugar
3 cups baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 quart warm water
2 quarts boiling water
4 gallons hot milk

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, combine sugar, cocoa, salt and warm water; mix well. Add boiling water; boil for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in hot milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HOT COCOA FOR A CROWD



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This is a simple, delicious and comforting hot cocoa with a hint of cinnamon. It has just the right amount of sweetness.-Deborah Canaday, Manhattan, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups nonfat dry milk powder
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 cups water
Optional: Miniature marshmallows and peppermint candy sticks

Steps:

  • In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the milk powder, sugar, cocoa, vanilla and cinnamon; gradually whisk in water until smooth. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours, until heated through., If desired, top with marshmallows and use peppermint sticks for stirrers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CROWD-PLEASING COCOA



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You'll warm many hearts with this rich, satisfying cocoa. It's the perfect beverage to serve after an ice-skating outing or any winter gathering.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 65 (1-cup) servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups baking cocoa
3 cups sugar
2 teaspoons salt
5 quarts water, divided
10 quarts milk
1 quart heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
Whipped cream and additional baking cocoa

Steps:

  • In each of two large stockpots, combine 2-1/2 cups cocoa, 1-1/2 cups sugar and 1 teaspoon salt. Gradually stir 5 cups water into each pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Whisk in the milk, cream and remaining water; heat through. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Garnish with whipped cream and additional cocoa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HOT COCOA FOR A CROWD



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Make and share this Hot Cocoa for a Crowd recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Beverages

Time 2h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup cocoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 cups milk
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
sweetened whipped cream, optional
additional cocoa (optional)

Steps:

  • Stir together sugar, cocoa and salt in a 4- to 6-quart saucepan.
  • Heat milk in microwave until hot, but not boiling; gradually add to cocoa mixture, stirring until well-blended.
  • Stir in vanilla.
  • Serve immediately or keep warm over very low heat for up to 2 hours.
  • At serving time, stir; pour into mugs.
  • Garnish with whipped cream; sift cocoa over whipped cream if desired.

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