5 extra large or 7 large eggs, washed 1-pound semi-sweet chocolate 2 T vegetable oil The eggs will become, after being emptied and thoroughly washed, the mold for melted chocolate. To empty egg, pierce shell in the middle of one long side, then break a small hole in shell. Let contents run out into a bowl, reserve for another use. Wash inside of egg and let dry thoroughly. Place chocolate and oil in top of double boiler, set over barely simmering water. Let melt slowly, stirring occasionally. Turn melted chocolate out into a small vessel with a pouring spout. Set dried-out eggs crosswise in the carton and carefully fill. Let cool slowly, refrigerate. When chocolate is solid, remove shell (crack shell gently and peel.)
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