Homemade Kahlua
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 11 cups
8 cups Karo Corn Syrup with real Brown Sugar
2 oz. instant coffee or 3/4 cup (decaf, if desired)
1 vanilla bean, split
1/2 cup sugar
3 cups bourbon
In a large saucepan combine all ingredients stirring well until very smooth.
Heat over medium heat to a low simmer.
Cool completely, transfer to attractive bottles, label and give as delicious gift.
Great in coffee, desserts and over ice cream.
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White Sangria
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
1 cup Karo® Light Corn Syrup
1/2 cup orange-flavored liqueur
1 orange, sliced
1 lemon, sliced
1 lime, sliced
1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 can (12 ounces) club soda or seltzer, chilled
Additional fresh fruit for garnish
In large pitcher mix corn syrup and orange liqueur. Stir in orange, lemon and lime slices.
Let stand 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in wine and lemon juice. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Just before serving add club soda and ice cubes. Garnish with fruit.
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DREAMY CREAMY HOT CHOCOLATE
1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 c. unsweetened cocoa
1 1/2 t. vanilla extract
1/8 t. salt
6 1/2 c. hot water
Mini Marshmallows (optional)
In large saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, cocoa, vanilla and salt; mix well. Over medium heat, slowly stir in water; heat through, stirring occasionally. DO NOT BOIL. Top with marshmallows, if desired.
NOTE: Chocolate can be stored in the refrigerator up to 5 days. Mix well and reheat before serving.
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PERFECT CAPPUCCINO
Place 2 c. low fat milk in measuring cup; microwave at full power until hot - about 2 minutes. Pour into blender and add 1 T. sugar. Cover and blend until frothy, about 1 minute. Divide 2 c. freshly brewed espresso between 4 cups or mugs. Top each with the milk. Enjoy!.
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