Mexican Cocoa

Ingredients

 * 1 quart milk
 * 7 ounces Mexican chocolate
 * ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
 * ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
 * 1 pinch salt
 * chili powder (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Cut the chocolate into small pieces.
 * 2) In a saucepan, bring the milk to a boil and then add the chocolate.
 * 3) After the chocolate is incorporated, add the cinnamon, vanilla, chili powder and salt.
 * 4) Simmer for 10 minutes and then whisk briskly to a foam right before serving.
 * 5) Divide evenly into 4 cups and serve.