Chocolate Lovers Caramel Squares

Course :	Chocolate
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	36

Ingredients:

1	package	semisweet chocolate chips -- any kind
2	tablespoons	shortening
30	pieces	caramel candies -- kraft preferred
2	tablespoons	water
3	tablespoons	butter
1	cup	peanuts or walnuts

Preparation:

Melt chocolate chips and shortening over pan of hot water. Spread evenly on bottom of baking pan lined with aluminum foil. Place in refrigerator until firm; about 15 minutes. Melt caramels, butter, and water over hot water. Add nuts and spread over chocolate. Refrigerate until firm. Pour remaining chocolate over caramels. Let set for about 1 hour. Cut into 1" squares. Makes 36. I use chopped walnuts.

Nutritional Information:

37 Calories (kcal); 3g Total Fat; (68% calories from fat); trace Protein; 3g Carbohydrate; 3mg Cholesterol; 10mg Sodium