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                          EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

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

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2                    Squares (1 oz eaach) -- semisweet chocolate,
                        coarsely
   1                    Square (1 oz) unsweetened -- chocolate, chopped c
   3      tablespoons   Brandy -- dark rum or strong

   2                    Eggs
     1/3  cup           Sugar
     1/8  teaspoon      Salt
     2/3  cup           Heavy cream

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

 whipped cream for garnish (optional)
 In small heavy suacepan 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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