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Chocolate Ganache

Ganache will thicken as it sits. To cover a cake, it should be pourable but still thick enough to coat. If not, place the bowl of ganache over a pan of simmering water and stir until it reaches the right consistency.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes about 3 cups

Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream
1 pound best-quality semisweet chocolate, finely chopped

Preparation

  1. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat bring cream to a full boil; turn off heat. Add the chocolate, and swirl pan to completely cover it with cream. Let stand about 5 minutes. Slowly whisk mixture until smooth. Transfer to a clean bowl. Let cool, stirring frequently.

Reprinted with permission from Martha Stewart's Baking Handbook by Martha Stewart. © 2005 Clarkson Potter
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