Ingredients

1/2 Cup sugar
3 Tablespoon cocoa
1 1/2 Tablespoon cornstarch
dash of salt
1/2 Cup water, room temperature
2 Tablespoon butter
1 Teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

Mix dry ingredients in 1-quart casserole or 2-cup glass measure. stir in water. Cook on high for 1 1/2 minutes, stirring 2 or 3 times during cooking time. Blend in the butter. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring after 15 seconds. Blend in vanilla and stir thoroughly. Makes about 1 cup.