Cow Pies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

12 ounces milk chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds, chopped
1/2 cup toasted flaked coconut

Preparation

In a double boiler over simmering water, melt the chocolate chips and shortening, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in raisins, almonds and coconut, mixing well.
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a foil, waxed paper or plastic wrap lined baking sheet. Chill until ready to serve.