Millionaires

Directions

1. 1
   Remove chocolate caramels from package and save for another use.
2. 2
   Unwrap remaining caramels and place in 2-quart casserole. Microwave on High for 1 to 1 1/4 minutes.
3. 3
   Stir well.
4. 4
   Add milk to caramels and microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
5. 5
   Stir mixture until smooth; add pecans, mixing well. Drop by teaspoonful onto buttered waxed paper.
6. 6
   Cool, cover and chill.
7. 7
   Combine chocolate chips and shortening in 4 cup glass measure.
8. 8
   Microwave 3 to 4 minutes.
9. 9
   Dip caramel centers into chocolate and return to waxed paper.
10. 10
    Chill and store in refrigerator.