Chocolate Pie

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a bowl, mix together the sugar and the cornstarch.

Step 2

Add the sugar/corn starch mix, salt, milk, and half and half to a medium pot. If you have a double boiler that will hold everything, use that instead.

Step 3

When the mixture starts to bubble, add the chocolate.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Stirring constantly, let the mixture boil for ~1 minute. It will start to thicken when it's ready.

Step 6

Remove the mixture from the heat for a moment.

Step 7

Take a spoonful of the mixture and slowly mix it into the egg yolks to temper them.

Step 8

Mix the egg yolks into the chocolate mixture.

Step 9

Add vanilla and stir until well blended.

Step 10

Return the pot to fire and bring to a low boil.

Step 11

Stirring constantly, cook for ~2 minutes.

Step 12

Remove filling from the heat.

Step 13

Pour into prepared pie shell.

Step 14

Refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

Step 15

This works well by itself but pairs wonderfully with a fresh whipped cream topping. If you aren't going to add whipped cream, place a layer of plastic wrap over the top after it has cooled slightly to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 16

This also pairs well with a meringue topping. It's best to add the meringue before cooling the pie. Toast the top just before serving.