Fruits and nuts in chocolate

February 7, 2007

Makes one 8-inch square

9	ounces 64 percent bittersweet chocolate, tempered (see below)
21	whole almonds, toasted
30	candied orange pieces
45	golden raisins, tossed in granulated sugar

1. Line an 8-inch square cake pan with foil. Ladle the chocolate into the pan. Immediately cover the tablet with almonds, candied orange, and raisins.

2. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. The tablet will start to release from the sides of the pan. Remove from the refrigerator and leave at room temperature for 15 minutes. Gently invert the pan over a clean surface. Tap lightly to release it.

3. For serving, break up the square.