Hot Chocolate

Directions

1. 1
   Chop the chocolate into small pieces and melt in a small heavy saucepan or in the top of a double boiler over simmering water.
2. 2
   Stir occasionally until melted.
3. 3
   Add the hot chocolate mix and sugar, stirring constantly until blended.
4. 4
   Remove from heat and slowly add 1/2 cup of the milk, stirring until smooth.
5. 5
   Cool to room temperature.
6. 6
   In a blender, place the remaining 1 cup of milk, the chocolate mixture, and the ice.
7. 7
   Blend on high speed until smooth and the consistency of a frozen daiquiri.
8. 8
   Pour into a giant goblet and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
9. 9
   NOTE: you can make nice looking shavings by cutting the chocolate with a bread knife.