Missouri Colonels

Directions

1. 1
   In large mixing bowl beat together 2 cups powdered sugar and the pecans, butter and creme de menthe.
2. 2
   Beat or stir in remaining powdered sugar.
3. 3
   Cover and chill 1 hour or until firm.
4. 4
   Shape into 1 inch balls and place on foil or wax paper lined baking sheets.
5. 5
   Chill 15 minutes.
6. 6
   In small saucepan, melt chips and shortening over low heat, stirring constantly til melted completely.
7. 7
   Dip one side of each ball into the chocolate.
8. 8
   (I use toothpicks to dip).
9. 9
   Return to baking sheet and chill til set.
10. 10
    Cover and store in refrigerator up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.