10/15/2011

Quick Tip 'Keeping It Smooth'

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When melting chocolate on the stove or in the microwave, always use dry, room temperature chocolate. Refrigerated chocolate can form condensation as it melts, and even a small drop of water can cause chocolate to seize, or tighten up and form an unworkable mass. If your chocolate does seize, just add a few drops of vegetable oil. It will help the chocolate to relax and return to a smoother consistency.

This Tip was published in 'Countertop Inspirations, Everyday chocolate 120 Tasty Recipes - p31'.

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