Sanders hot fudge
1 stick butter
1 1/2 rows Oreo cookies
1/2 gal. ice cream
8 oz. Cool Whip, thawed
Chopped nuts, if desired

1. Heat hot fudge (1/2 of 20 ounce jar) until pouring consistency (45-60 seconds in microwave). Let cool at room temperature.

2. Melt 1 stick of butter in 9 x 13 inch glass pan.

3. Crush 1 1/2 rows (approximately 30) of Oreo cookies.

4. Sprinkle cookie crumbs over melted butter and press down to form crust.

5. Slice 1/2 gallon of ice cream and put on top of cookie crust to make second layer.

6. Pour hot fudge over ice cream.

7. Spread thawed Cool Whip on top of fudge.

8. Sprinkle with chopped nuts.

9. Store in freezer until ready to serve.