31.   Melt semisweet chocolate chips and a little solid vegetable shortening in a double boiler over simmering water until smooth.

32.   Melt the butter in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water.

33.   Melt the chocolate and butter in a double boiler set over simmering water, stirring occasionally.

34.   Melt chocolates and butter in a medium bowl over a pan of simmering water.

35.   Mix sugar, cream of tartar, salt, egg whites and water in a pot or bowl over simmering water.

36.   Melt butter in double boiler over simmering water.

37.   Melt chocolate and butter in a double boiler over simmering water.

38.   Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water, stirring until smooth.

39.   Place a bamboo steamer over simmering water, or set a rack or heat-proof plate over simmering water in a covered wok.

40.   Place bowl in a pot of gently simmering water and whisk until sauce thickens to custard consistency.