Chocolate Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the half-and-half and butter in a small heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
2. 2
   Heat the mixture until a thin paper-like skin appears on the top.
3. 3
   Do not boil.
4. 4
   Add the chocolate and vanilla and stir until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth.
5. 5
   Remove from the heat and let cool.