When melting chocolate, never and I repeat, NEVER put that stuff in the microwave. Chocolate is delicate and expensive and I can’t think of anything more annoying than going back to the grocery store to re-purchase chocolate because you burnt it in the microwave.
How do you use it?
Simple! Simmer a shallow amount of water in a saucepan and place a bowl overtop. Once the water begins to simmer, place the chocolate in the bowls to slowly melt the chocolate. Yes a double boiler might seem a little tedious but it renders the best quality melted chocolate.