Kentucky Colonels

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium bowl cream together the butter and 1 pound of sugar with a mixer on high speed.
2. 2
   Add the bourbon, remaining sugar and nuts and mix well.
3. 3
   Cool the mixture in the refrigerator, covered, until firm enough to handle, about 2 hours.
4. 4
   Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler and allow to cool to body temperature.
5. 5
   Form rounded teaspoons of the nut mixture into balls and place on a baking sheet covered with waxed paper.
6. 6
   Dip the candy into the chocolate mixture 2 at a time.
7. 7
   Using 2 forks, turn the candy, coating completely with chocolate.
8. 8
   Tap the fork to eliminate excess chocolate, then place the coated candy on the waxed paper.
9. 9
   Continue with remaining candies.
10. 10
    Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator until firm enough to handle, then transfer to a bowl, cover tightly, and store refrigerated until ready to serve.
11. 11
    (Can be kept refrigerated for up to 1 week.)