Mix the sugar and flour thoroughly, then add salt and milk. Mix well and bring to a boil while stirring constantly. Once the mixture begins to boil, remove from heat.
Add the eggs slowly while stirring quickly so they blend smoothly into the mixture. Then add the butter and mix until melted.
Add the chocolate chips and stir until completely melted and smooth.
Pour the filling into your favorite pie shell. We like homemade graham cracker crusts best for chocolate cream pie. Cover the cream with plastic wrap while it cools in the refrigerator so a skin does not form.
Homemade graham cracker crust pairs especially well with the chocolate filling.