Basic Hot Chocolate II

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan, combine the cream, the milk, the vanilla, and a pinch of salt and bring the mixture just to a boil over moderate heat.
2. 2
   In a small heatproof bowl, combine the chocolate with about 2/3 cup of the hot milk mixture and whisk the mixture until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
3. 3
   Whisk the chocolate mixture into the remaining milk mixture and simmer the hot chocolate, whisking, for 2 minutes.
4. 4
   (For a frothy result, in a blender blend the hot chocolate in batches.)
5. 5
   Divide the hot chocolate among mugs and top it with the marshmallows.