Peppermint Bark Candy

Directions

1. 1
   LINE baking sheet with waxed paper.
2. 2
   MICROWAVE morsels in medium, microwave-safe bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) power for 1 minute; stir.
3. 3
   Microwave at additional 10-20 second intervals, stirring until smooth.
4. 4
   PLACE peppermint candies in heavy-duty plastic bag.
5. 5
   Crush candies using rolling pin or other heavy object.
6. 6
   While holding strainer over melted morsels, pour crushed candy into strainer.
7. 7
   Shake to release all small candy pieces; reserve larger candy pieces.
8. 8
   Stir morsel-peppermint mixture.
9. 9
   SPREAD mixture to desired thickness on prepared baking sheet.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with reserved candy pieces; press in lightly.
11. 11
    Let stand for about 1 hour or until firm.
12. 12
    Break into pieces.
13. 13
    Store in airtight container at room temperature.