Missouri Colonels

1. 1

   In large mixing bowl beat together 2 cups powdered sugar and the pecans, butter and creme de menthe.

2. 2

   Beat or stir in remaining powdered sugar.

3. 3

   Cover and chill 1 hour or until firm.

4. 4

   Shape into 1 inch balls and place on foil or wax paper lined baking sheets.

5. 5

   Chill 15 minutes.

6. 6

   In small saucepan, melt chips and shortening over low heat, stirring constantly til melted completely.

7. 7

   Dip one side of each ball into the chocolate.

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   (I use toothpicks to dip).

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   Return to baking sheet and chill til set.

10. 10

    Cover and store in refrigerator up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.

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