Yield: 1 Servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 ounces | Semisweet chocolate chips |
| 1 cup | Roasted unsalted cashews or toasted blanched almonds |
| ½ cup | Butter; cut up |
In a small heavy saucepan, melt chocolate over low heat, stirring constantly until chocolate begins to melt. Immediately remove the chocolate from heat; stir until smooth. Cool slightly.
Place nuts in a food processor or blender; cover and process or blend until nuts are very finely chopped, stopping and scraping the sides as necessary.
Add butter; process or blend until nearly smooth. Transfer mixture to a bowl; stir in melted chocolate. Serve at room temperature. Use to spread on croissants, muffins or biscuits. Makes 1 cup.
Per serving: 1073 Calories; 108g Fat (86% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 36g Carbohydrate; 245mg Cholesterol; 932mg Sodium From The Chocolate Archives, Dec 1997,