HOT CHOCOLATE SAUCESource: The Kids' Holiday Baking Book: 150 Favorite Dessert Recipes from Around the World by Rosemary BlackServings: 4-8 My mother made this sauce for us as a special treat. Its excellent over strawberry ice cream for Valentine's Day. 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1 1/2 squares unsweetened chocolate, finely shaved 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In the top of a double holler over simmering water, heat the butter and chocolate until they melt. Stir until smooth. Stir in the cocoa, sugar, cream, and salt. Bring to a simmer but do not boil. The sauce should be thick. Remove from the heat, stir in the vanilla, and serve arm.
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