Chocolate Lovers Caramel Squares
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Candy
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.