Hot Chocolate

Directions

1. 1
   Cut the chocolate into small chunks.
2. 2
   In a saucepan combine the milk and cocoa, and place over medium heat.
3. 3
   Bring to a simmer, whisking until smooth.
4. 4
   Stir in the sugar.
5. 5
   Reduce the heat to very low, and stir in the chocolate a little at a time, until melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Strain through a fine mesh strainer, and stir in the vanilla.
7. 7
   Serve in mugs, with a little chocolate shaved over the top.