Chocolate Pudding

This is super quick and way, way better than the store bought.  Top with a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy!

Ingredients:

-1 cup half and half

-1 cup 2 % milk, divided

-1/2 cup sugar

-1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

-4 tsp cornstarch

-3 large egg yolks

-2 tsp vanilla extract

-1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

Put half and half, 1/2 cup milk, sugar, and the cocoa in a saucepan.  Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.  Remove from heat.

Meanwhile, whisk the rest of the milk, cornstarch, salt, yolks, and vanilla.  Gradually whisk the hot milk into the egg mixture.  Return to the saucepan, and cook over medium0high heat whisking constantly, until the pudding comes to a full boil.  Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer, and continue whisking until thick (about 2-3 minutes). 

Pour the pudding into 6 small cups.  Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.  Serve each pudding with a dollop of whipped cream.  Enjoy!

Adapted from a Tyler Florence recipe.