Paula Deen's Creamy, Dreamy Hot Cocoa

Dreamy Creamy Hot Chocolate

Cook Time 10 min

• Yield:

  2 quarts

Ingredients

• 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 6 1/2 cups hot water
• (Add up to 1 c sugar to taste, per reviwer's recommendation)
  
• Mini Marshmallows (optional)

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, cocoa, vanilla and salt; mix well. Over medium heat, slowly stir in water; heat through, stirring occasionally. DO NOT BOIL. Top with marshmallows, if desired.

Tip: Chocolate can be stored in the refrigerator up to 5 days. Mix well and reheat before serving.