Layered Mint Chocolate Candy

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt chips with 1 cup sweetened condensed milk.
2. 2
   Stir in vanilla.
3. 3
   Spread half the mixture into wax paper-lined 8 or 9-inch square pan; chill 10 minutes or until firm.
4. 4
   Hold remaining chocolate mixture at room temperature.
5. 5
   In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt coating with remaining sweetened condensed milk.
6. 6
   Stir in peppermint extract and food coloring if desired.
7. 7
   Spread on chilled chocolate layer; chill 10 minutes longer or until firm.
8. 8
   Spread reserved chocolate mixture on mint layer.
9. 9
   Chill 2 hours or until firm.
10. 10
    Turn onto cutting board; peel off paper and cut into squares.
11. 11
    Store loosely covered at room temperature.