AND THE WINNER OF THE N.O. BREW RECIPE CONTEST IS….ELAINE!

ELAINE’S OREO PEPPERMINT MOCHA 

What you need: 

2-3 Oreos, crushed 
1/2 oz creme de menthe or peppermint syrup 
6 oz N.O. Brew coffee (made with milk)
Whipped cream 
Crushed candy cane pieces, for garnish 
Crushed Oreo pieces, for garnish 

Optional: a squeeze of chocolate syrup.

What you do: 

1. Stir creme de menthe or peppermint syrup (and chocolate syrup, if using) into hot coffee. 
2. Add crushed Oreos and stir well. 
3. Garnish with whipped cream, crushed Oreos and crushed candy cane pieces. Serve immediately. 

Thanks so much to all of you who sent me recipes – each and every one sounded absolutely delicious, and I’ll be posting a couple of runner-ups in the days to come!