Jeni's Chocolate Ganache

I named this for my sister-in-law, Jeni, after our misadventures making ganache. The recipe actually comes from the Pillsbury Cookbook. It's the easiest recipe ever, and is delicious, too! I always put it on my birthday cake. Cook time is chill time.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Yields: 1 cake

Ingredients

• 6  ounces  semisweet chocolate, chopped or 1  cup  semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1⁄2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1  tablespoon butter

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, over low heat, combine chocolate and cream.
2. Mix and melt together, until chocolate is completely melted, and mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Remove saucepan from heat and stir in butter.
4. Refrigerate 1-1/2 hours, or until cold, stirring every now and then.
5. With wooden spoon or mixer, beat mixture until thick and creamy, and of desired spreading consistency.