Sarah Kieffer, the author and baker behind The Vanilla Bean Blog, leans towards chocolaty delights for Valentine’s Day. But Valentine’s Day has changed for me — it’s more about making things for my kids than being romantic. For Valentine’s Day in particular, adding a few rosy red or blush blooms is an approachable way to beautify baked goods. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the chocolate and butter, making sure chocolate is completely melted and smooth. With the mixer running on low, add the butter one piece at a time, beating until the mixture resembles coarse sand.

Source: National Post February 08, 2017 14:10 UTC