Chocolate Pudding

Directions

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   1. In a small bowl, lightly beat egg whites and set aside. In a large bowl combine 2/3 cup of cocoa and cornstarch. Whisk 3/4 cup of milk into cocoa mixture until completely smooth.
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   2. In a lare heavy saucepan, combine remaining milk, sugar and salt. Mix well. Bring to a boil over high heat whisking constantly. Remove pan from heat.
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   3. Whisk cocoa mixture into hot milk mixture. Bring to a boil ovr medium-high heat; boil for 2 minutes, whisking constantly. Remove pan from heat.
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   4. Gradually whisk 1 cup of hot cocoa mixture into the egg whites. Pour mixture back into pan. Cook over medium-low heat for 2 minutes, whisking constantly. Do not boil. Remove from heat.
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   5. Add vanilla; blend well. Pour pudding into serving dishes. Cool to room temperature. Cover and chill for 1 hour. Garnish with berries, mint and leaves and cocoa.
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   Variation:
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   Try adding a 1/4 tsp of cinnamon to the cocoa mixture in step 2