Truffles

Directions

Combine Chocolate frosting and confectioners’ sugar in large bowl.

Stir with wooden spoon until thoroughly blended. Cover each pecan half with one tablespoon candy mixture.

Roll into 1-inch balls; set aside.

Chop remaining pecans; set aside. Place chocolate chips and shortening in 2-cup glass measuring cup.

Microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) for 2 minutes; stir.

Microwave for 1 minute longer at MEDIUM; stir until smooth.

Dip one candy ball into chocolate mixture until completely covered.

Remove with fork to cooling rack.

Sprinkle top with chopped pecans.

Repeat until all candy balls are covered.

Allow to stand until chocolate mixture is set.