Fruit And Nut Clusters
Ingredients
12 oz. pkg. (2 C.) semi sweet chocolate or vanilla milk chips
1/2 C. toasted slivered almonds*
1/2 C. chopped dates
1/2 C. chopped red candied cherries
8 red candied cherries, quartered if desired
Cooking Instructions
Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. In 4-cup microwave safe measuring cup, microwave chips on medium for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring until smooth. Stir in almonds, dates and cherries. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets. Garnish with candied cherry piece. Refrigerate until set. Store in air tight container in cool place. 30 candies. *TIP: To toast almonds, spread in thin layer in microwave safe pan. Microwave on high 3 to 4 minutes or until light golden brown, stirring frequently.
"I have heard the grumblings of the sons of Israel; speak to them, saying, 'At twilight you shall eat meat, and in the morning you shall be filled with bread; and you shall know that I am the LORD your God.'" (Exodus 16:
