Chocolate Billionaires Recipe


1 14 ounce package caramels
3 tablespoons water
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 cup coursely crushed crisp rice cereal
1 tablespoon shortening
2 cups semi sweet or milk chocolate chips

In top of double boiler over low heat, melt caramels with water. Remove from heat and stir in pecans and cereal. Drop by rounded teaspoons onto lightly greased waxed paper. Chill until firm. Melt Chocolate chips and shortening in the double boiler or heavy saucepan and dip candies until coated. Place on wax paper and chill until set. Store in airtight container. Makes about 4 dozen candies.