Homemade Hot Chocolate

I found this recipe online from Cooks.com one day when I wanted to have hot chocolate on a cold day and didn't want to get out in the weather to go and buy some, and I loved it. I never want to buy that powdered stuff again. This is great.

This only makes one serving so if you are cooking for more people change the recipe accordingly.

1 tbsp. cocoa powder
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. water
1 c. milk
a bit of vanilla, if desired

Combine cocoa, sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Heat it on low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the paste from sticking to the pan. After about 1 to 2 minutes, add milk and vanilla. Mix it all together until it reaches your preferred temperature.