Ingredients

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup dark chocolate cocoa

4 cups milk, divided

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 half and half

Whipped cream or miniature marshmallows

Preparation

Combine sugar and cocoa in medium saucepan; stir. Gradually stir in 1/3 cup milk to make a smooth paste; stir in remaining milk.

Warm over medium heat, stirring constantly, until hot (do not boil). Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract. Pour equal amounts into 4 mugs, adding 2 T of half and half to each mug. Top with whipped cream or marshmallows, if desired, before serving.