Tarte au chocolat noir

There’s a reason that a good tarte au citron or tarte aux pommes has stood the test of time and remains popular: a tart shouldn’t be complicated. It is as much about the pastry as what it holds; the two shouldn’t fight each other so the filling needs to be simple. This bitter chocolate ganache is just that: easy to make and with a smoothness that melts in your mouth. It makes a wonderful contrast to the crisp bite of the pastry. I think the rich chocolate is best matched by serving it with