Peppermint Bark

Directions

1. 1
   Place candy canes in a plastic bag and hammer into 1/4-inch chunks or smaller.
2. 2
   Melt the chocolate in a double boiler.
3. 3
   Combine candy cane chunks with chocolate (add peppermint flavoring at this point if desired.)
4. 4
   Pour mixture onto a cookie sheet layered with parchment or waxed paper and place in the refrigerator for 45 minutes or until firm.
5. 5
   Remove from cookie sheet and break into pieces (like peanut brittle.)