4 doz. lg. pecans, halved lengthwise (legs)
2 doz. lg. pecans, halved crosswise (head)
2 doz. caramel candies (body)

Microwave caramels to soften (not melt) to form turtles.

1 SMALL RECIPE CHOCOLATE CHIP COATING:

1 c. chocolate chips
2 tbsp. vegetable shortening

Microwave 2 to 4 minutes until chips soften. Stir well. Use to dip or frost turtle candies. Makes 2 dozen.