Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      package       semisweet chocolate chips -- any kind
                        (I use Nestles)
   2      tablespoons   shortening
  30                    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.