The magic formula for White Hot Chocolate

Sent in by my sister:

White Hot Chocolate

Ingredients
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Makes 8 cups
2 ounces milk chocolate, for garnish
12 ounces good-quality white chocolate, coarsely chopped
6 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Peppermint sticks, for garnish
Whipped cream, for garnish

Instructions:
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1. Using a vegetable peeler, shave milk chocolate into curls; set aside.
2. Place white chocolate in a medium heat-proof bowl; set aside. Place milk and cream in a medium saucepan set over medium heat until bubbles begin to form around edges of pan, about 4 minutes. Immediately pour mixture over white chocolate. When chocolate begins to melt, stir to combine. Whisk in vanilla. Continue whisking until a light foam forms.
3. Serve immediately garnished with peppermint sticks, whipped cream, and chocolate curls.