CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

Break 300gm of plain dark chocolate into small pieces , place in a heatproof bowl along with 1 .5 tbs of butter/ marg place in a microwave and melt in 30 second bursts , stirring until smooth . Stir in 1 tbs of brandy and leave to cool slightly . Add 4 egg yolks and beat until smooth . in a separate bowl, whisk 4 egg whites until stiff peaks have formed . Now fold the stiffened egg whites through the chocolate mixture . Divide the chocolate mixture between 4 small serving bowls . Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for 4 hours until set . To serve dust with cocoa powder .