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| semisweet chocolate chips: 4 oz |
| shortening - baking: 1 tsp |
| pecans (chopped): 2/3 cup |
| fresh peppermint: 3 cups |
Credit: www.bhg.com
1. In a small saucepan combine chocolate and shortening; cook over low heat just until melted. Transfer to a bowl. Place pecans on waxed paper.
2. Dip one end of each peppermint stick into melted chocolate and then roll in chopped nuts. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Wrap each individually to give as a gift. Makes 16 gifts.