Old Fashioned Hot Cocoa

By carvalhohm

Grab your favorite mug and blanket, 'cause our Old-Fashioned Hot Cocoa is gonna make you feel so cozy, you'll just wanna curl up in front of the TV, or with a good book! Don't the mini marshmallows look like little pillows?

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups warm water
• 8 cups half-and-half
• 48 mini marshmallows

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Gradually stir in the water and simmer over low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Gradually add the half-and-half and heat, but do not allow mixture to boil.

Remove from heat and serve in mugs, topped with mini marshmallows.

Note:

You may substitute skim milk for the half-and-half if you want to cut down on the fat in this drink.