Hot Cocoa

Directions

1. 1
   Mix cocoa, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan, slowly stir in water.
2. 2
   Heat and stir over moderately low heat until mixture boils, then boil slowly, stirring constantly, 2 minutes.
3. 3
   Add milk and heat to scalding but do not boil.
4. 4
   Variations
5. 5
   Cocoa for a Crowd (12 servings): Mix 3/4 cup cocoa with 3/4 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan.
6. 6
   Gradually stir in 1 quart warm water, set over low heat, and heat, stirring now and then, 810 minutes.
7. 7
   Add 2 quarts milk and heat to scalding.
8. 8
   Serve in mugs, sprinkled, if you like, with cinnamon or nutmeg or topped with marsh-mallows.
9. 9
   Iced Cocoa: Prepare cocoa as directed, then cool, stirring occasionally.
10. 10
    Pour over ice cubes, top with a dollop of whipped cream, and sprinkle with cinnamon.