Hot Chocolate

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   Chop the chocolate into small pieces and melt in a small heavy saucepan or in the top of a double boiler over simmering water.

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   Stir occasionally until melted.

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   Add the hot chocolate mix and sugar, stirring constantly until blended.

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   Remove from heat and slowly add 1/2 cup of the milk, stirring until smooth.

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   Cool to room temperature.

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   In a blender, place the remaining 1 cup of milk, the chocolate mixture, and the ice.

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   Blend on high speed until smooth and the consistency of a frozen daiquiri.

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   Pour into a giant goblet and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

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   NOTE: you can make nice looking shavings by cutting the chocolate with a bread knife.

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