2 lbs. bittersweet chocolate
6 oz. sweet butter
12 egg yolks
2 c. heavy cream, beaten
1 shot peppermint
1 shot dark rum
1 shot cognac
1 shot Grand Marnier
1 shot Cointreau
Grated rind of 2 lemons
1 c. pistachios, pealed & shirred

Melt the chocolate in a large bowl over boiling water, then add butter, egg yolks and all liquor, grated rind and pistachios. When all folded under, add the whipped cream, put in loaf pan and chill overnight. When removing, let hot water run over the bottom of loaf pan (upside down), then let fall out. Place on large serving dish and garnish with vanilla sauce.

VANILLA SAUCE THE FAST WAY:

Melt 2 cups of vanilla ice cream and serve with whatever you like.