Chocolate Shortbread Ole

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   PREHEAT oven to 325 degrees F.

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   MICROWAVE baking bar in small, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 minute; STIR.

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   The sections may retain some of their original shape so if necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until smooth.

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   then cool to room temperature.

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   COMBINE flour, cinnamon and cayenne in medium bowl.

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   Beat brown sugar and butter in large mixer bowl until light and fluffy then beat in melted chocolate; stir in the flour mixture until blended then stir in pecans.

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   SHAPE dough into 1-inch balls; place 2-inches apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten with bottom of glass dipped in sugar.

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   BAKE for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are set.

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   Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.

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