Hot Fudge Sundaes

An interesting variation of the traditional hot fudge sundae. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (August 1990)

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• To make the hot fudge sauce

• 1⁄2 cup  whipping cream
• 1⁄2 cup brown sugar
• 4  ounces  unsweetened chocolate, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup orange marmalade
• 2  tablespoons rum (optional)

• To make the sundaes

• 1  pint strawberry, sliced
• 2  bananas, sliced
• 2  peaches, peeled and sliced
• 2  tablespoons sugar
• 1  tablespoon rum (optional)
• 2  pints vanilla ice cream (or chocolate chip ice cream)
•  toasted sliced almonds

Directions

1. To make the sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat stir together first 4 ingredients (cream - marmalade) until melted and smooth.
2. Stir in rum (if using),strain, pressing on solids.
3. *The fudge sauce can be prepared up to 5 dsys ahead, covered and refrigerated. Rewarm over low heat, stirring constantly, before using - may need to thin with more cream before using.
4. For sundaes: combine first 5 ingredients (strawberries - rum) in a bowl, stir gently and let stand for 15-30 minutes.
5. Scoop ice cram into sundae dishes, top with warm sauce, then add fruits and nuts.