Strawberries with Panache, I mean Ganache!
Chocolate ganache sounds awfully intimidating. It's really just heated heavy cream poured over solid chocolate and with a pat of sweet butter melted in for richness. You can use your favorite chocolate: milk, dark or white but keep in mind, better quality chocolate equals better quality ganache. I’m fond of Guittard . There are many good brands available. Buy the best you can afford – it’s worth it! Once you’ve tried these ganache filled beauties you’ll be hooked. Typical chocolate dipped strawberries just won't cut it anymore! CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT FILLED STRAWBERRIES 2/3 cup heavy cream 8 ounces bittersweet or dark chocolate 1 tablespoon sweet unsalted butter 2 teaspoons Frangelica or other hazelnut flavored liqueur 24 large strawberries 3 tablespoons ground hazelnuts Chop the chocolate and place it in a stainless steel or pyrex bowl. Heat the cream until just simmering. Pour it over the chocolate in the bowl. Let sit for a minute. Using a rubber/silicon spatula, ...