Chocolate Nut Clusters

Directions

1. 1
   In medium microwave-safe bowl, place chocolate chips and shortening (Crisco).
2. 2
   Microwave on High 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until smooth when stirred.
3. 3
   Stir in nuts.
4. 4
   Spoon heaping teaspoons into 1-inch paper candy cups or paper-lined small muffin cups, filling each cup about half full.
5. 5
   Refrigerate until firm.
6. 6
   Peel off paper cup if desired.
7. 7
   Makes 14 to 16 candies.