Glossy Chocolate Sauce

• cup superfine sugar↗1⁄2 cup
• ounces semisweet chocolate, broken into squares↗6 ounces
• tablespoons unsalted butter↗2 tablespoons
• tablespoons brandy or 2 tablespoons orange juice↗2 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place the sugar and 1/4 cup water in saucepan and heat gently, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Stir in the chocolate, a few squares at a time, until melted, then add the butter in the same way. Do not let the sauce boil. Stir in the brandy or orange juice and serve warm.