Sinfully Good Mexican Hot Chocolate

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   Combine milk and half-and-half, heat on medium until just below simmering.

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   Remove pan from heat and add all chocolate.

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   When melted, add sugar, vanilla extract, vanilla bean seeds, ground cinnamon, chili and nutmeg.

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   Whisk all together.

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   Return pan to stove on low, reheating gently.

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   Serve immediately in mugs, using cinnamon stick to garnish.

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   Note: Add chili powder slowly, as you may like less or more.

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   It's all to taste.

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   Chili can be omitted altogether.

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    My family loves it, however!

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    Note: I usually use about a 1/2 tsp of cinnamon, but sometimes I use more, depending on how much flavor I want.

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    YMMV.

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    This goes for nutmeg, too (I usually use just a pinch).

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    Note: Add about four tablespoons dark rum if you're feeling frisky!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.