Chocolate Nests

1. 1

   Line 2 baking sheets with waxed paper.

2. 2

   In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate and shortening.

3. 3

   Microwave on MEDIUM, stirring at 1-minute intervals until chocolate is melted and smooth, about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Gently stir in rice cereal, chow mein noodles and coconut into chocolate mixture until thoroughly blended.

5. 5

   Drop chocolate mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls 1 inch apart onto prepared baking sheets.

6. 6

   Using the back of a spoon, make an indentation in each spoonful of chocolate mixture to form a nest.

7. 7

   Place chocolate nests on baking sheets in the refrigerator; chill until set, about 1 hour.

8. 8

   Remove nests from baking sheets.

9. 9

   Fill each nest with candy as desired.

10. 10

    Enjoy!

11. 11

    Happy Easter!

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