1 lb. powdered sugar, sifted and divided or 2 1/2 c.
1/2 c. light corn syrup
1/3 c. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
2-3 drops green food coloring
8 oz. shredded coconut
Sm. jelly beans in assorted colors

In 3-quart saucepan, stir together 2 cups of the sugar, the corn syrup and butter. Stirring constantly, bring to a full boil over medium to low heat. Stir in remaining sugar. Remove from heat, cool 5 minutes. Stir in vanilla and food color.

With wooden spoon, beat until mixture thickens slightly. Stir in coconut just until blended. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls into mounds on waxed paper. Press 3 jelly beans into each mound to form nest. Let stand until set. Store in tightly covered container. Makes about 36.