Chocolate Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Scald 3 1/2 cups milk in a double boiler.
2. 2
   Mix cocoa and sugar.
3. 3
   Add to milk.
4. 4
   Add syrup and salt.
5. 5
   Mix cornstarch with 1/2 cup of milk and egg yolks.
6. 6
   Beat well.
7. 7
   Add to double boiler and cook until thickened.
8. 8
   Add butter and vanilla.
9. 9
   Stir constantly while cooking.
10. 10
    Pour into a 9-inch baked pie crust.
11. 11
    Top with meringue and brown.
12. 12
    Makes 2 (9-inch) pies.