Rich Chocolate Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter in a small pan.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   In a separate pan, warm milk.
4. 4
   Stir cocoa and boiling water together to make a paste, then mix in melted butter.
5. 5
   Combine sugar, cornstarch and salt and add to warm milk.
6. 6
   Add the cocoa-butter mixture and egg.
7. 7
   Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Don't let mixture boil.
8. 8
   Remove from heat and mix in remaining butter and vanilla.