Sea Salted Smoky Almond Chocolate Bark Food

CHOCOLATE ALMOND BARK

Steps:

• Butter a baking sheet or use a silicone baking mat (preferred).
• Bring about 1 inch of water to a simmer in a medium saucepan with a bowl fitted to sit just above the simmering water. Add the chocolate. When the chocolate is melted, remove the bowl from the heat and stir in the almonds. Spread on the baking sheet in a thin uniform layer. Let set for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with the salt. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, at least 2 hours.
• Break the bark into 1- to 2-inch pieces. Store in a cool, dry place, stacked between layers of foil or parchment in an airtight container. The bark will keep, tightly sealed in your pantry, for up to a week.

SEA-SALTED SMOKY ALMOND CHOCOLATE BARK

Steps:

• Line 8" baking pan with wax paper.
• Microwave chocolate in uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH(100%)power for 1 minute; STIR.
• The sections may retain some of their original shape.
• If necessary, microwave at additional 10-15 second intervals, stirring just until smooth.
• Stir in 1/4 cup almonds.
• Pour into prepared baking pan.
• Sprinkle with remaining almonds.
• Tap pan several times to spread chocolate & settle nuts.
• Sprinkle with sea salt.
• Refrigerate for about 1 hour or until firm. Break into pieces.
• Store in air-tight container at room temperature.