CHOCOLATE SYRUP


I do not like what chocolate syrup has become in the last few years-a thick, cloying combination of cheap cocoa and corn syrup. So I made my own, and you can too! Five minutes is all it takes-you can spare five minutes for a jar of homemade chocolate syrup can't you? Having it on hand might be dangerous though, particularly if you're like me and love chocolate phosphates (chocolate syrup and seltzer water).

You Will Need:

4 oz. (4 squares) unsweetened chocolate or 2 cups powdered cocoa
2 cups caster sugar
2 cups water
1 teaspoon vanilla

Break-up the chocolate squares into small pieces. In a heavy bottomed pot (enamel over cast iron works best) mix the sugar and chocolate together. Over medium heat, slowly add the water, stirring. Bring it to a slow simmer (watch it so it does not scorch) and stir for five minutes or until it has reduced a bit and starts to thicken. Remove from heat, cool slightly and add vanilla. Pour into a glass jar and let cool uncovered in the refrigerator. Cover when completely cooled.