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To make the puddings, butter 4 4-ounce ramekins and coat with sugar.
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Set aside.
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Cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light.
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Stir in the melted chocolate and the vanilla.
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Beat in the egg yolks one at a time.
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Whip the egg whites with the salt until stiff but not dry.
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Carefully fold the ground nuts and the bread crumbs into the egg whites.
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Gently fold the egg white mixture into the chocolate mixture.
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Fill a large pot with enough water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
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Bring to a boil.
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Reduce the heat so that the water is at a slow simmer.
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Spoon the chocolate mixture evenly among the ramekins and place the ramekins in the simmering water.
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Cover the pot with a lid and simmer (do not let the water boil), until the puddings are set, about 20 to 25 minutes.
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Carefully remove the ramekins from the pot and let cool.
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To make the sauce, place the chocolates in a large mixing bowl.
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Bring the cream to a boil in a medium saucepan and pour over the chocolate.
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Stir until smooth.
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Unmold the puddings and place each one in the center of a plate.
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Spoon some of the warm chocolate sauce over the top and place a dollop of whipped cream on the side.
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Serve immediately.
