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Put the chocolate and vegetable shortening into a microwave-safe bowl. Place in microwave until the melted and hot, about 45 seconds (if still not melted, heat for 15 additional seconds as needed.) Stir with fork to combine thoroughly.
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Next, pour the melted chocolate over the underside of a clean cookie sheet. Then, with an an offset spatula, spread the chocolate in a very thin layer. Then, stick it in the freezer for a few minutes to harden.
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After a few minutes, check if the chocolate is ready by pressing it with your finger tip. It should leave the slightest mark, but not an actual depression.
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Next, get a sharp-edged spatula and scrape the chocolate from the bottom of the pan. When the chocolate is just the right temperature, it'll curl instead of break. If it gets too soft, stick it back in the freezer for a minute.
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Transfer each curl to a cold pan or plate, and then stick them in the freezer to harden. Once hardened, sprinkle the curls on top of the whipped cream and serve!