Turtles(Microwave)

Directions

1. 1
   Arrange pecans on a sheet of wax paper with 4 long halves for legs and 1 short half for head of each turtle.
2. 2
   On a buttered plate, arrange 6 caramels evenly around edge.
3. 3
   Microwave at High for 15 to 30 seconds or until caramels are soft but not melted. Keep warm.
4. 4
   Press caramels down firmly over nuts and quickly form into turtle shapes.
5. 5
   Set aside.
6. 6
   In a bowl mix chips and shortening.
7. 7
   Cover and microwave on Medium for 2 1/2 to 5 1/2 minutes until chips are soft, stirring well after each minute. Frost turtles with chocolate.
8. 8
   Arrange on wax paper and let set until cool.