To temper chocolate, you need a double boiler, a cooking thermometer, and a rubber spatula. The process of tempering involves heating and cooling chocolate to specific temperatures. Tempering ...

There are few things in cooking that give me “the dreads” quite like tempering chocolate. It’s a time-intensive, persnickety process that is overwhelming to deal with — and for someone like me, who’s ...

The many facets of chocolate make it a timeless force that strengthens any kitchen repertoire. As a solid bar, its bitter quality works wonders for your dessert's flavor. In powder form, it can serve ...

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