To put it simply, this is heaven on a spoon!

Chocolate Mousse

8 (1-ounce) squares semisweet baking chocolate, coarsely chopped

1/2 cup water - divided use

2 tablespoons butter

3 large egg yolks

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 1/4 cups heavy cream, whipped

1. In a microwave or double boiler, heat chocolate, 1/4 cup water and butter until the chocolate and butter are melted. Cool for 10 minutes.
2. In a small heavy saucepan, whisk egg yolks, sugar and remaining water. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture reaches 160°F (70°C), about 1 to 2 minutes.
3. Remove from the heat; whisk in chocolate mixture. Set saucepan in ice and stir until cooled, about 5 to 10 minutes.
4. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into dessert dishes.
5. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.

Makes 6 to 8 servings.