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In large saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa and salt.
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Add hot water slowly, mixing well.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils.
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Boil and stir 2 minutes.
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Add milk; heat to serving temperature, stirring occasionally.
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DO NOT boil.
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Remove from heat; add vanilla, cinnamon if desired, and whip with a whisk.
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Serve hot, with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
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This recipe can be doubled and kept in crockpot for easier serving to large groups.