PEANUT BUTTER GANACHE

Makes: about 2 1/2 cups (625 ml) 2 cups (500 ml) semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 cup (250 ml) whipping cream

1/2 cup (125 ml) smooth peanut butter

1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium stainless steel bowl.

2. Set bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Do not allow water to touch bowl.

3. Cook, stirring frequently, until chocolate chips are melted and mixture is smooth.

4. Serve warm atop banana splits or with ice cream.

Note: May be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Reheat over low heat before serving.