Chocolate Mousse with Strawberry Cream

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 3 tbsp. has-ingredient::water
 * 3 tbsp. has-ingredient::Sugar
 * 1 cup (6 ounces) - has-ingredient::semisweet chocolate pieces
 * 4 tbsp. - has-ingredient::creme de cacao
 * 1 cup (1/2 pint) - has-ingredient::whipping cream
 * 1 package (10 ounces) - frozen sliced California has-ingredient::strawberries in syrup, thawed

Directions

 * 1) In small saucepan over high heat bring water and Sugar to boil, stirring.
 * 2) Reduce heat; simmer 1 minute.
 * 3) Combine chocolate pieces and Sugar mixture in blender of food processor fitted with metal blade;
 * 4) Whirl until cool to room temperature.
 * 5) In medium bowl beat 3/4 cup of the cream to form stiff peaks.
 * 6) With rubber spatula fold chocolate mixture into cream, blending thoroughly.
 * 7) Cover and freeze until firm, at least 6 hours.
 * 8) In blender or food processor combine strawberries with the remaining cream and creme de cacao;
 * 9) Whirl until smooth. Cover and chill.
 * 10) To serve, pour equal amounts of the strawberry sauce into 6 dessert dishes and add scoops of the chocolate mixture.
 * 11) Note: Mousse can be prepared a day or two in advance.