Basic Truffles Name: Crystal Veillette Base: Fort Campbell, KY Recipe: 12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1/3 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine chocolate and cream. Cook, stirring, until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in flavoring. Pour into a small dish and refrigerate until set, but not hard, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Use to fill candies or form balls and roll in toppings.