Macadamia Turtles

Directions

1. 1
   Cover 2 cookie sheets with waxed paper and coat with nonstick cooking spray.
2. 2
   Arrange the macadamia nuts into 24 groups on the cookie sheets.
3. 3
   In a small saucepan, melt the caramels with the cream over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until smooth, stirring constantly.
4. 4
   Spoon the caramel mixture over each nut group quickly while still hot (reheat if caramel gets too thick).
5. 5
   In another small saucepan, melt the chocolate chips with the shortening over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until smooth, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Drizzle the chocolate over the caramel and nuts and let stand until firm.