1 lb. caramels
2/3 c. evaporated milk
3/4 c. butter, softened
1 (18.5 oz.) pkg. devil's food cake mix
1 c. chopped pecans
1 (6 oz.) pkg. semi sweet chocolate pieces
1 c. pecan halves or chopped nuts

Combine caramels and 1/3 cup evaporated milk in top of double boiler. Melt over simmering water, stirring frequently. Keep in melted form.

Cream butter in large bowl until light and smooth. Beat in cake mix and remaining 1/3 cup evaporated milk. Stir in chopped pecans and chocolate pieces. Turn into greased 13"x9" baking pan. Bake in 350 degree oven for 35 to 45 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool slightly.

Top with pecan halves and drizzle over caramel mixture. Or spread with caramel mixture and top with halved or chopped nuts. Makes about 15 servings.