Basic French Silk Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Melt chocolate in a double boiler set over simmering water.
2. 2
   Set aside to cool to thick but still liquid.
3. 3
   Combine eggs and sugar in a double broiler until hot but not scrambled.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   With a mixer beat the chocolate into the egg mixture, then beat in the cold butter.
6. 6
   Beat for 15 minutes--yes 15 minutes--you wanted silk.
7. 7
   Beat in vanilla and booze.
8. 8
   Scrape the filling into the shell and chill in fridge for at least 3 hours.
9. 9
   Serve with whipped cream.