3 tablespoons hot water
rind of one orange
1 baked pie shell (9 inch)
Melt chocolate in double boiler.
Beat egg yolks until light and lemon-colored. Add ¼ cup sugar, continue beating until stiff.
Grate in rind of one orange, add 3 tablespoons hot water.
Place in a double boiler and cook until slightly thickened. Remove from fire, add melted chocolate, gradually. Mix thoroughly and cool slightly.
Beat egg whites until stiff. Add ¼ cup sugar. Fold egg whites into chocolate mixture, and pour into baked pie shell.
Place in 375° F. oven for 3 or 4 minutes, then remove and allow to set for several hours before serving.
Garnish as desired with whipped cream or meringue.