Chocolate-Hazelnut Paste

Directions

1. 1
   Toast the hazelnuts in a dry pan until they are fragrant and golden, then let cool.
2. 2
   Meanwhile, melt the chocolate and butter.
3. 3
   Stir in vanilla extract.
4. 4
   Blend cooled nuts in a food processor until smooth, 3 to 5 minutes, drizzling in the nut or vegetable oil.
5. 5
   With the machine running, add the chocolate mixture, the sweetened condensed milk, and the salt.
6. 6
   Transfer to a container and refrigerate.