4 (1 oz. ea.) sq. unsweetened chocolate
1/2 cup maple syrup (Grade B or Amber preferred)
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 cup currants (optional)
1/2 cup hazelnuts or almonds, chopped finely
1 tsp. dark rum (Myers's is good) or vanilla

In microwave or double boiler, melt chocolate. Add raisins and/or currants, rum or vanilla, and nuts.

Combine well. Drop onto wax paper in rounded spoonfuls, using two spoons or a small ice cream or cookie scoop.

Refrigerate for 30 minutes, then store in a Ziploc bag in a cool place.

Submitted by: Belle