Wednesday, November 4, 2009

How to melt chocolate






Is melting chocolate the bane of your cooking existence? Follow these simple bain-marie tips and melt chocolate like a pro every time.


Step 1: Finely chop chocolate and place in a heatproof bowl that fits snuggly in a saucepan (this stops water spraying into the chocolate).

Step 2: Half-fill saucepan with water and bring to a simmer. Place bowl on top, making sure it doesn't touch water (or it will overheat).

Step 3: Stir with a metal spoon until melted. Avoid wooden or plastic spoons - these retain moisture that makes chocolate seize (harden)

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