Chocolate Covered Marshmallows
["1 c. chocolate chips", "1/4 c. shortening", "2 c. nuts, chopped", "chocolate sprinkles", "1 pkg. large marshmallows"]
["Place chocolate chips and shortening in a glass measuring cup. Microwave for 1 1/2 to 3 minutes, or until chips are shiny and soft; then stir until smooth.", "Place nuts or candy sprinkles on a shallow plate.", "Insert toothpick in top of each marshmallow.", "Dip marshmallow in chocolate to cover completely.", "Roll in nuts or sprinkles about 3/4 of the way up the sides.", "Set on wax paper and let set until firm.", "Repeat until all have been dipped.", "Makes 48 to 50."]
["chocolate chips", "shortening", "nuts", "chocolate sprinkles", "marshmallows"]