Chocolate Cherry Logs
3 (6-ounce) packages semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (14-ounce) can Eagle Brand� Sweetened Condensed Milk (NOT
evaporated milk)
1 (6-ounce) container candied cherries, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 teaspoon almond extract
1-1/2 cups slivered almonds, toasted and chopped
In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt chips with sweetened
condensed milk.
Remove from heat. Stir in cherries and extract. Chill 30 minutes.
Divide in half; place each portion on a 20-inch piece of wax paper.
Shape each into 12-inch log. Roll in nuts. Wrap tightly; chill 2
hours or until firm.
Remove paper; cut into 1-1/4-inch slices to serve. Store covered in
refrigerator.
Notes: Microwave: In 2-quart glass measure, combine chips and
sweetened condensed milk. Microwave on full power (high) 3 minutes,
stirring 1-1/2 minutes. Stir in cherries and extract. Chill 1 hour.
Proceed as above. |