Chocolate Ganache Filling and Glaze

• 24 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 2 cups heavy cream

1. Put the chocolate in a large heatproof bowl.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the cream just to a boil over low heat.
3. Pour the cream over the chocolate, cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
4. Whisk the ganache gently until silky and smooth.
5. To make the filling, transfer 1 1/2 cups of the ganache to a medium bowl.
6. Set the bowl over ice and whisk the ganache gently until thick and spreadable.

bittersweet, heavy cream

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/chocolate-ganache-filling-and-glaze (may not work)