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      Title: Frederick, Md Chocolate Caramel Apples
 Categories: Fruits, Chocolate, Candy, Snacks, Nuts
      Yield: 8 Servings

     14 oz Caramels
      2 tb Water
      4    Wooden sticks
      4 lg Tart apples
      2 c  Pecans or peanuts; chopped
      1 c  Semisweet chocolate chips
      1 ts Shortening
      1 c  English toffee bits or
           - almond brickle chips

  In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels and water.
  Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave 20 to
  40 seconds longer or until the caramels are melted; stir until
  smooth.

  Insert wooden sticks into apples; dip apples into the caramel
  mixture, turning to coat. Coat with nuts; set on waxed paper to
  cool.

  Meanwhile, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth.
  Drizzle over apples. Sprinkle with toffee bits. Place on waxed
  paper to cool. Cut into wedges to serve.

  Recipe by Linda Smith, Frederick, Maryland

  Recipe FROM: https://www.tasteofhome.com

  Uncle Dirty Dave's Archives

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