Butterscotch Peanut Candy - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (11 1/2 ounce) package milk chocolate chips
1 (10 ounce) package butterscotch chips
1 teaspoon butter flavor shortening
3 cups salted peanuts

Preparation

In a microwave, heat chips and shortening, uncovered, at 50% power for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes or until melted. Stir until smooth. Add peanuts. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 45 minutes. Yield: 2-1/4 pounds (3-1/2 to 4 dozen).