Simple chocolate syrup

When you need chocolate syrup for ice-cream or a milk shake, try this simple homemade version.  To make half a cup of syrup, mix a quarter cup cocoa with half a cup of white sugar. Add one teaspoon vanilla extract and half a cup of milk and mix to a smooth paste. Cook over a low heat until sugar has dissolved and syrup has thickened, three or four minutes.  To use on ice-cream, let the syrup cool. Use it in milkshakes and on pancakes or waffles for a yummy treat.  Makes 200mls.