4 sqs. unsweetened chocolate
2 egg yolks
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. milk
1/8 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. almond extract

Melt chocolate over hot water, not boiling. Beat egg yolks until light. Gradually add the sugar, beating well. Add butter, milk and salt. Bring to a boil in saucepan and boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and add melted shortening, vanilla and almond extract. Beat until very glossy and filling is heavy enough to spread (enough to cover two 8 inch layers).