"Don't get all nervous about beating egg whites. Just beat them till the little peaks stand straight when you lift the beater. Even if you go a little too far, this cake won't mind a bit. The cake sinks as it cools giving it a rich, insanely decadent texture...."
INGREDIENTS
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10 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
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1 stick butter, cut into pieces
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3 tablespoons brandy
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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7 eggs, separated
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1 cup sugar
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confectioners sugar or unsweetened cocoa for dusting
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Accompaniment: whipped cream