Women, and even men, have been praying since the big bang for the day that chocolate is good for you. Finally that day has arrived. After growing up with chocolate being associated with weight and cavities in your teeth, scientists have discovered there is actually a good side to this naughty beast.

Instead of squeezing chocolate sauce all over your ice cream, rather make the sauce yourself. Melt dark chocolate in a bowl that is over a hot pan filled with water. The pot can be on the stove to keep the water boiling. By melting the chocolate this way, you prevent the chocolate from burning. Add a tablespoon or two of butter and a dash of either cream or milk. Mix it together until it becomes creamy, smooth and has that tremendous chocolate “gloop look” we fell in love with. If you do want to add a touch of the shop bar chocolate, then pour the homemade sauce over the ice cream and crumble a peppermint crisp on top.

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