Chocolate Petite Syrah Port Ganache Recipe

This is an amazing and simple recipe.  You will absolutely  impress your guests.  Got this recipe while Wine Tasting at a Wihttp://www.wheresmydamnanswer.com/WP02/wp-admin/post.php?action=edit&post=3745#edit_timestampnery called “Granite Springs”

18 ounces - Semisweet Chocolate Chips (3 cups)

1 Cup - Heavy Cream

1/2 Cup - Petite Syrah (Sirah) Port (any port will work)

2 Tbsp - Butter (cut up)

1 Tsp - Vanilla Extract

In a 2 quart glass measure, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream.  Heat in the microwave oven on high for about 3 minutes or until melted and smooth when stirred.  Stir in butter and vanilla.  Then add the Petite Syrah (Sirah) Port.

Cover and refrigerate for a couple hours or until the ganache holds it shape.

Serving suggestions:  Roll into little balls and coat with coco powder or anything else you can think of that goes with chocolate.  It can also be remelted over brownies / cake / bread pudding or ice cream.  You can definatly experiment and use your imagination.