HOT FUDGE SAUCE

• 4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 4 Tbs. unsalted butter
• A pinch of salt
• 1/3 cup corn syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Combine the chocolate, water, sugar, butter, and salt in a saucepan over very low heat. Stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Stir in the corn syrup and bring to a boil over moderate heat. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 10 minutes, until the mixture is thick and shiny. Stir in the vanilla and serve warm. May be refrigerated for several weeks - warm in a double boiler before serving. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.