Pretzel Peanut Bark

Directions

1. 1
   Line a rimmed cookie sheet with parchment or waxed paper.
2. 2
   Melt the chocolate in a double boiler over simmering water until smooth, or melt in the microwave in a 2 quart glass dish.
3. 3
   Microwave on high (100 percent) for 1 minute, stir, and microwave on high for 1 minute more.
4. 4
   If necessary, microwave on high for 10 seconds more, and stir until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
5. 5
   Stir in the pretzel pieces and peanuts.
6. 6
   Stir well with a flexible spatula.
7. 7
   Spoon onto the prepared cookie sheet, spreading the mixture out so that ingredients are relatively evenly distributed.
8. 8
   Allow for the chocolate to cool for several hours or refrigerate for about 45 minutes, until firm.
9. 9
   Break the bark into irregular pieces, like peanut brittle.
10. 10
    Store in cookie tins, or package in Chinese food take-out cartoons lined with waxed paper.