Put the cocoa, vanilla extract and sugar in a saucepan, and gradually pour the hot water upon them, stirring all the time. Place the saucepan on the stove and cook stirring constantly until the contents boil. Let this mixture boil for about five minutes; then add the boiling milk and serve.
2 tablespoons fine cocoa powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
3 cups milk
1. Put the milk on the stove in the double-boiler.
2. Put the cocoa, vanilla extract and sugar in a saucepan, and gradually pour the hot water upon them, stirring all the time. Place the saucepan on the stove and cook stirring constantly until the contents boil. Let this mixture boil for about five minutes; then add the boiling milk and serve.
Makes 4 servings.
NOTE: 1/2 cup of cream is a great addition to this breakfast cocoa.