Caramel Crispy Squares - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 c. crispy rice cereal
1 (14 oz.) bag individually wrapped caramels
2 c. miniature marshmallows
1/4 c. butter-flavor vegetable shortening
2 Tbsp. water

Preparation

Grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan with butter; set aside.
Place cereal in a large bowl; set aside.
Unwrap caramels and place them in a 1-quart glass dish.
Add marshmallows, shortening and water, stirring after each minute.
Microwave on High for 4 minutes, or until shapes are melted.