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CLAIRE’s CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

4 one-ounce squares of semisweet chocolate, cut into chunks

3 eggs, separated

1 tsp vanilla

¾ tsp cream of tartar

½ cup sugar

1½ cups chilled whipping cream, separated

Avoid the hotter issues with the man in your life by heating the chocolate in a 2-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally. When the chocolate is melted, remove pan from heat. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks slightly, then stir yolks and vanilla into chocolate.

In a separate bowl (make him wash the dishes!), beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Beat in sugar, a tablespoon at a time. Stir ¼ of the meringue into the chocolate mixture, then gently fold the rest in.

Take out frustrations by beating 1 cup of whipping cream in a chilled bowl until stiff. Fold into the chocolate mixture. Divide evenly among bowls, making sure you leave enough in mixing bowl to taste the mousse—to ensure it’s perfect, of course.

Beat remaining whipping cream, but don’t get too distracted by thoughts of a sexy dark-haired man and end up overbeating it. Carefully drop dollops on each bowl of mousse. Refrigerate at least two hours before sharing with someone delectable.