Basic French Silk Pie

1. 1

   Melt chocolate in a double boiler set over simmering water.

2. 2

   Set aside to cool to thick but still liquid.

3. 3

   Combine eggs and sugar in a double broiler until hot but not scrambled.

4. 4

   Remove from heat.

5. 5

   With a mixer beat the chocolate into the egg mixture, then beat in the cold butter.

6. 6

   Beat for 15 minutes--yes 15 minutes--you wanted silk.

7. 7

   Beat in vanilla and booze.

8. 8

   Scrape the filling into the shell and chill in fridge for at least 3 hours.

9. 9

   Serve with whipped cream.

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