Chocolate Truffles

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy 2-quart saucepan, combine Baker's chocolate, butter or margarine and 3 tablespoons of whipping cream.
2. 2
   Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted (about 10 minutes).
3. 3
   Remove saucepan from heat and gradually stir about 1/2 of the hot mixture into beaten egg yolk.
4. 4
   Return egg mixture to saucepan.
5. 5
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened (about 2 minutes).
6. 6
   Remove saucepan from heat; stir in 3 tablespoons whipping cream.
7. 7
   Pour mixture into small bowl and chill about 1 hour, until mixture is completely cool and smooth, stirring occasionally.