Tortoise Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the caramels and 2 fluid ounces of milk in a heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the caramels are melted; set aside.
3. 3
   Combine the melted butter, dry cake mix, nuts and the remaining 2 fluid ounces of milk and mix.
4. 4
   Press half of the mixture into greased 13 x 9-inch pan.
5. 5
   Bake at 325F for six minutes.
6. 6
   As soon as crust is finished baking, remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips on top.
7. 7
   Spread the caramel mixture over chocolate chips.
8. 8
   Sprinkle the remaining cake mixture over the caramel.
9. 9
   Return the pan to the oven and bake at 325F for 15 to 18 minutes.
10. 10
    Cool and then cut into squares.