Hot Chocolate

Ingredients

• ¼ C cocoa
• ¼ C sugar
• pinch salt
• 4 C milk
• ½ C water
• ½ tsp vanilla

Directions

1. Mix Base: In a medium saucepan, whisk dry ingredients. Gradually add water and mix until smooth.
2. Cook: Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes.
3. Add Milk: Stir in milk (use whole milk for a richer flavor if desired).
4. Heat Gently: Raise heat to medium and warm just to scalding - do not boil.
5. Finish: Add vanilla and whisk vigorously to create froth and prevent a skin from forming.
6. Adjust & Serve: Taste and adjust cocoa and sugar incrementally. Serve immediately.

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