pod to cocoa bean cocoa is the product of the fruit of the cocoa tree (lat. theobroma cacao), which requires a hot, wet climate, a mean shade temperature of °c, and well-distributed rainfall. this is why it can only be grown in regions within o latitude of the equator. although the cocoa tree is indigenous...
garnish with the chopped pistachios and serve. chocolate caramel tart (makes tartlets, or one " tart) ingredients (dough): ⁄ cup unsalted butter ⁄ cup plus tablespoon confectioner's sugar large egg yolk ⁄ teaspoon vanilla extract cup plus tablespoons all-purpose flour ⁄ cup unsweetened dutch-processed cocoa...