Chocolate-Almond Bark
Makes approximately 48 pieces:
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2-cups semi-sweet chocolate pieces
1-tablespoon shortening
1/2-cup raisins
1/2-cup chopped toasted almonds
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*1*
Line a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with waxed paper or foil.
Set aside.
*2*
In a medium saucepan,melt the chocolate and the shortening
over low heat until the mixture is smooth stirring constantly.
Remove from heat and stir in the raisins and 1/4 cup of the almonds.
*3*
Spread the choclate mixture in the prepared pan.Sprinkle
with the remaining almonds.
*4*
Refrigerate the bark for 30 minutes or until set.Then,break
into pieces.Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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