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Dark Chocolate Sauce

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From EatingWell:  March 1998

Rich and chocolaty, this sauce is perfect for topping frozen yogurt, pancakes or waffles.

About 2 cups | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups 1% milk
• 2 ounces chopped bittersweet or semisweet chocolate
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Whisk brown sugar and cocoa powder in a large heavy saucepan. Gradually whisk in milk until a smooth paste forms. Bring to a simmer, whisking constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer, whisking constantly, for 4 minutes. Remove from heat and add chopped chocolate; stir until melted. Stir in vanilla. Let cool slightly; serve warm.

Nutrition

Per tablespoon : 40 Calories; 1 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 1 mg Cholesterol; 9 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Protein; 1 g Fiber; 6 mg Sodium; 28 mg Potassium

1/2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1/2 other carbohydrate

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.