Chocolate Ganache (Dark)

Use this rich ganache with a Dark-Chocolate Cake for a devilish indulgence. Be sure to have a glass of milk handy.

2 cups heavy cream
½ cup confectioners' sugar
1/8 tsp. kosher or sea salt
1 lb bittersweet chocolate, roughly chopped

In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups heavy cream, ½ cup confectioners' sugar, and 1/8 tsp. salt to a boil.

Remove from heat; add 1 lb bittersweet chocolate, roughly chopped, and let stand, without stirring, for 1 minute.

Whisk just until combined.

Refrigerate, stirring occasionally, until spreadable, about 1 hour.

Makes 3½ cups.