Chocolate Covered Cherries

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, butter, milk and extract; mix well.
2. 2
   Knead into a large ball.
3. 3
   Roll into 1-inch balls and flatten each into a 2-inch circle.
4. 4
   Wrap around cherries and lightly roll in hands.
5. 5
   Place with stems up on waxed paper-lined baking sheet.
6. 6
   Cover loosely and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
7. 7
   Melt the chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl.
8. 8
   Holding on to stem, dip cherries into chocolate; set on waxed paper to harden.
9. 9
   Store in a covered container.
10. 10
    Refrigerate 1-2 weeks before serving.
11. 11
    Yield: about 3 dozen.