Ingredients

<p>Serves 2.</p>

　　2 cups water

　　3 ounces Mexican chocolate (available at Hispanic markets), broken into small pieces

　　

Step 1

In a small heavy saucepan, bring water to a boil, stir in chocolate, and cook the mixture over low heat, stirring, for 3 minutes, or until the chocolate is melted. Pour the mixture into an earthenware pitcher and whip it to a froth with a wooden molinillo (Mexican beater, available at Hispanic markets). Or blend the mixture in a blender for 2 to 3 seconds, or until it is frothy.

　　

Step 2

(If desired, 2 cups scalded milk can be substituuted for the water.)