4 or 5 sq. Baker's unsweetened chocolate
2 1/4 c. unsifted confectioners' sugar
1/4 c. hot water
1 egg, unbeaten
6 tbsp. softened butter or corn oil butter

Melt chocolate. Remove pan from heat and mix in sugar and water. Beat in the egg. Add butter, a tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. Makes enough for two 9 inch layers.