A double-boiler is a two piece saucepan set. The bottom is filled with water and placed directly on the burner, while the top fits into the first pan and holds whatever you’re trying to melt. Since it doesn’t come in direct contact with a flame, it gently melts things and is great for chocolate.

However, if you don’t have one, just melt it slowly in the microwave (in 30 second bursts, stirring in between), or use a very heavy saucepan and the very lowest setting on your smallest stove burner.

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