Count Nadasy's Chocolate Cake

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   Mix the egg yolks with the butter until smooth.

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   Add the granulated sugar, mix well, then add the almonds.

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   Melt the chocolate over simmering water in the top of your double boiler and add to the mixture.

4. 4

   Stir in the flour and mix until smooth.

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   Beat the egg whites until stiff and fold into the mixture.

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   Pour into a greased & floured 9 inch cake pan.

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   Bake in a preheated 375 degree F oven for about 3/4 of an hour.

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   The cake is ready when the top is done.

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   Watch carefully so you do not overbake.

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    The inside will still be creamy (test often with a small knife).

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    Remove from oven and at once sprinkle with granulated sugar.

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    Using a metal spatula with a wooden handle, heat the spatula up on your gas or electric burner until it is hot, then press it down onto the sugar.

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    Reheat the spatula and keep pressing until most of the sugar has browned.

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    Let cool, remove from pan and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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