French Style Hot Chocolate - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate pieces
4 cups milk
3/4 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped for topping

Preparation

Melt chocolate in 1 cup of milk, over low heat, stirring constantly.
Gradually add remaining milk and half and half, followed by remaining ingredients, except vanilla and almond extract.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until completely heated.
Stir in vanilla and almond extract.
Serve with whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg if desired.