Basic Chocolate Sauce

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   Melt chocolate in a double boiler.

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   Stir in butter, then boiling water, then sugar and salt.

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   Cook stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.

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   Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

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   The sauce is best when served warm.

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   Either serve immediately or reheat in double boiler for 10 minutes or microwave for 1 minute.

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   To store pour into strilized glass jars.

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   Allow sauce to cool before refrigerating.

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   It will keep for 6 months in the refrigerator.

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    Variations: Add any of the following flavorings in place of or in additon to the vanilla: 1 teaspoons orange extract or 13 cup orange juice 1 teaspoon mint extract 18 cup crushed strawberries or rasberries, chopped raisins or nuts 1 tablespoon Creme de Menth, Coffe liqueur, Spice orange Cordial or other flavored liquer 1 teaspoon instant coffee yield: 16 oz

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