Cow Pies(Yields 2 Dozen)  
["2 c. milk chocolate chips", "1 Tbsp. shortening", "1/2 c. raisins", "1/2 c. chopped slivered almonds"]
["In a double boiler over simmering water, melt the chocolate chips and shortening, stirring until smooth.", "Remove from heat; stir in raisins and almonds.", "Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper.", "Chill until ready to serve."]
["milk chocolate chips", "shortening", "raisins", "almonds"]