Sea-Salted Smoky Almond Chocolate Bark

I love to mix sweet and salty and this candy does just that. A treat for all palates from the most sophisticated on down. Found this on the Nestlé web site. 1 hr cooling time.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 15 pieces

Ingredients

• 8  ounces  dark baking chocolate, broken into pieces (Nestle Chocolatier 53% Cacao)
• 1⁄2 cup  smoked almonds, coarsley chopped
• 1⁄8 teaspoon sea salt (Preferably large crystals)

Directions

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