Step 1

Break up the chocolate into small, uniform pieces and add it into microwave safe bowl along with the heavy cream. Microwave for 20 seconds at a time, stirring well after each time. Depending on the strength of your microwave, you may need to repeat this 3 to 4 times.

Step 2

Once the chocolate has melted into small pieces, stop microwaving and keep stirring it until you end up with a smooth, homogenous, silky chocolate ganache. It should flow smoothly off your spoon and there should be no unmelted pieces of chocolate. See notes below for ways to use chocolate ganache.