The Perfect Hot Chocolate...

Proper hot chocolate is one of life's great joys and ought to be in everyone's culinary repertoire. 

Recipe for two mugs

450ml whole milk
70g 70% cocoa chocolate, finely chopped or grated
30g good-quality milk chocolate, finely chopped or grated
75ml single cream
Scant ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt

1. Warm about 150ml milk in a pan over a medium heat and stir in the chocolate. Continue to stir until the chocolate has melted into the milk, then whisk in the remaining milk and the cream.

2. Continue to heat until the mixture is hot, but not boiling, then add the cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Taste, adjust if necessary, and serve. For a frothy finish, whisk vigorously just before pouring.