Chocolate Kahlua Silk Pie

Be sure to thoroughly chill this no-bake pie before attempting to slice it.

1 cup granulated sugar
6 ounces butter
6 ounces chocolate, bittersweet (unsweetened)
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon Kahl�a (optional)
1 pie shell (9-inch), pre-baked
Whipped cream

Melt the chocolate in a bowl over simmering water. Set aside and allow to cool slightly.

Using an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.

Add the chocolate, vanilla and Kahl�a (if used) and blend. With the mixer running, add 1 egg and beat for 5 minutes.

Repeat with the remaining 3 eggs (mixing each for 5 minutes). Pre-bake the pie shell and allow to cool.

Pour the mixture into the shell.

Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).

Serve cold, topped with whipped cream.

Serves 6-8