Chocolate Sauce (for Tart)

By MaryGladys

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup half-and-half
• 1 Tbs unsalted butter
• 1/2 lb semisweet chocolate chips (1 1/3 cups)
• 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

Scald the half-and-half and butter in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat. Remove from the heat.

Place the chocolate and vanilla in a medium heatproof bowl. Add the hot half-and-half and let sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth. Serve slightly warm. (The sauce can be kept refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days; rewarm gently before serving.)