1 - Shift the cocoa and sugar together into a medium-sized saucepan.

2 - Dissolve the cornstarch in the water, and stir into the cocoa and sugar until it is a smooth paste.

3 - Begin heating the mixture, stirring it with a whisk, and gradually pour in the milk.

4 - Continue stirring with the whisk as you bring the liquid to a simmer.

5 - Allow the chocolate to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring often, until it is thick, glossy and completely smooth.