Turtles(Microwave)

1. 1

   Arrange pecans on a sheet of wax paper with 4 long halves for legs and 1 short half for head of each turtle.

2. 2

   On a buttered plate, arrange 6 caramels evenly around edge.

3. 3

   Microwave at High for 15 to 30 seconds or until caramels are soft but not melted. Keep warm.

4. 4

   Press caramels down firmly over nuts and quickly form into turtle shapes.

5. 5

   Set aside.

6. 6

   In a bowl mix chips and shortening.

7. 7

   Cover and microwave on Medium for 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 minutes until chips are soft, stirring well after each minute. Frost turtles with chocolate.

8. 8

   Arrange on wax paper and let set until cool.

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