Turtle Cake
["1 (1 lb. 2 1/2 oz.) pkg. German chocolate cake mix", "1/2 c. butter or margarine, softened", "1 1/2 c. water", "1/2 c. oil", "1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk, divided", "chopped pecans", "1 (1 lb.) pkg. caramels", "frosting of choice or whipped cream"]
["Combine chocolate cake mix, butter, water, oil and 1/2 can sweetened condensed milk in mixing bowl.", "Mix well.", "Pour half of batter into greased and floured 9 x 13-inch baking dish.", "Bake at 350\u00b0 for 20 to 25 minutes."]
["chocolate cake", "butter", "water", "oil", "condensed milk", "pecans", "caramels", "frosting of choice"]