Rich, smooth, luscious.

1 1/2 tsp. unflavored gelatin
2 tbsp. cold water
2 (1 oz.) sq. unsweetened chocolate
3/4 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. mace
1 c. milk
2 c. heavy cream
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Soften gelatin in cold water. Put chocolate, 1/2 cup of the sugar, mace and milk in saucepan or in top of double boiler. Heat thoroughly over low heat until chocolate melts. Do not boil. Beat until smooth with rotary beater. Add gelatin; stir until melted. Pour into a bowl and chill until mixture thickens; then beat until light and fluffy. Whip cream, adding remaining sugar and vanilla. Fold into chocolate mixture. Pour into a 2-quart mold. Freeze. Remove from mold onto serving plate. Serves 6 to 8.