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The Original Chocolate

The word “chocolate” is said to be derived from the Mayan word “xocoatl.” In fact, the Mayans, who occupied the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico starting in the 3rd century, were the first people to unlock the secrets of cacao seeds to make chocolate paste. This rich culture also crafted a recipe for an iconic beverage, known today as Mayan Hot Chocolate: a mix of intense, bitter dark chocolate with spicy notes of cinnamon and chile. This delicious drink was so revered by the Mayans that it was used in religious ceremonies as an offering to the gods.

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Posted by Dominic - April 15, 2010 at 8:24 am

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Chocolate Oatmeal Chewies

We all love something sweet when it comes to getting through the cold month of January and these chocolate oatmeal chewies will do just the trick. They are very simple to make and will have you reaping all the rewards when you tuck into them.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup butter or margarine — softened
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
2 2/3 cups quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

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Posted by Dominic - January 8, 2010 at 11:43 am

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