Rich, simple and deeply satisfying. This fudge is made with good chocolate and clean tallow, giving a smooth texture and a depth of flavour without any hint of beefiness.

Ingredients:

• 200g dark chocolate
  
• 2 tbsp beef tallow, melted
  
• 120ml cream
  
• 2–3 tbsp honey
  
• Pinch of salt
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  
• Zest of 1 orange or a few drops peppermint oil (optional)
  

Instructions:

1. Gently heat the cream
   Warm the cream in a saucepan until just steaming. Do not boil.
   
2. Melt the chocolate
   Remove from the heat and add the chopped chocolate.
   Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.
   
3. Add the tallow and flavourings
   Stir in the melted tallow until fully incorporated.
   Add the honey, salt and any flavourings.
4. Sprinkle with seasalt, chopped nuts or even colourful sprinkles.
   
5. Set the fudge
   Pour into a lined tin or moulds and smooth the top.
   
6. Chill and finish
   Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm.
   Allow to come slightly to room temperature before cutting or serving.