Chocolate Covered Cherries

Directions

1. 1
   In small bowl, combine butter, vanilla, corn syrup and salt. Add powdered sugar and mix well.
2. 2
   Divide in half and roll into logs.
3. 3
   Wrap in plastic.
4. 4
   Place quarter piece in palm of hand to flatten.
5. 5
   Evenly wrap around cherry to cover.
6. 6
   Place on wax lined cookie sheets and freeze 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Melt chocolate chips and shortening, stirring until smooth.
8. 8
   Dip cherries into chocolate and shake off excess.
9. 9
   Place on wax lined cookie sheets.
10. 10
    Chill in refrigerator until firm.
11. 11
    Serve immediately or store in refrigerator.