Cow Pies

Making your own candy is very easy. They can be put in decorative tins and given as gifts for the holidays.

2 cups ( 12 oz.) milk chocolate chips

1 Tb. shortening

1/2 cup raisins

1/2 cup chopped slivered almonds

In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and shortening, stirring until smooth.

Stir in raisins and almonds.

Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper.

Chill until ready to serve.

Yield: 2 dozen

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