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                          Easy Chocolate Mousse

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Desserts                         Mousse

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2                    Squares (1 oz eaach)
                        -semisweet chocolate
                        -chopped coarsely
   1                    Square (1 oz) unsweetened
                        -chocolate -- chopped coarsely
   3      Tablespoon    Brandy -- dark rum or strong
                        -coffee
   2                    Eggs
     1/3  Cup           Sugar
     1/8  Teaspoon      Salt
     2/3  Cup           Heavy cream
                        Whipped cream for garnish (optional) 

A light mousse; the blender method (recipe follows) makes a darker, denser
mousse.

In small heavy saucepan over low heat, melt chocolates with the brandy. Stir
until smooth; set aside.  In a small bowl, beat eggs, sugar and salt until
fluffy.  Add cream; beat until mixture mounds slightly. Beat in chocolate
mixture until well blended.  Spoon into serving bowl, 4 glasses or dessert
dishes.  Chill.  Garnish with whipped cream.

Blender method: In blender whirl eggs, sugar and salt 45 seconds or until
frothy.  Add cream; blend 10 seconds.  Add chocolate mixture; blend until
smooth.  Proceed as above.



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