Happy Valentine’s Day ! I got a Valentine’s card before I even got out of bed this morning from my daughter, how sweet !  And here is a sweet treat that I made last night, yummy chocolate fudge ! Classic chocolate fudge requires the chocolate to be heated to a precise temperature which can be tricky. This recipe is much easier and it tastes just as good.

Makes about 16 ounces

• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup condensed milk
• Pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1. Put chocolate, cocoa powder, butter, condensed milk and salt in a large heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water
2. Cook and stir until all melted
3. Turn heat off, stir in vanilla extract
4. Spread evenly in a container lined with slightly greased parchment paper or aluminum foil
5. Refrigerate for about 3 hours until firm
6. Cut into squares
7. Store in refrigerator