Marbleized mint bark

 
                            MARBLEIZED MINT BARK
 
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 Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Candies
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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      1/3   c            Mint or regular choc. chips
    1       lb           "white" chocolate pieces
      3/4   c            Crushed candy canes
 
   Line a baking sheet with foil; set aside.  In a small
   saucepan heat mint or regular chocolate chips over low
   heat, stirring constantly, til melted and smooth.
   Remove pan from heat.
      In a 2-quart saucepan heat the white chocolate over
   low heat, stirring constantly, till melted and smooth.
   Remove pan from heat.  Stir in crushed candy canes.
   Pour the melted white chocolate mixture onto the
   prepared baking sheet.  Spread white chocolate mixture
   to about 3/8" thickness; drizzle with the melted
   chocolate chips.  Gently zigzag a narrow metal spatula
   through the chocolate and peppermint layers to create
   a swirled effect.  Let candy stand several hours or
   till firm (OR chill about 30 minutes or till firm).
   Use foil to lift firm candy from the baking sheet;
   carefully break candy into pieces.  Store, tightly
   covered, for up to 2 weeks.  Makes about 1 1/4 pounds.
   Per 2-ounce serving- 316 calories (41% from fat), 15 g
   fat, 0 mg colesterol, 0 g protein, 48 g carbohydrate,
   4 mg sodium. From "Better Homes and Gardens" magazine,
   Dec. 1991.
  
 
 
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