Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. pecan pieces
  • 1 (6 oz.) ready-to-fill chocolate flavored crumb crust
  • 3/4 c. (5 oz.) individually wrapped caramels (17 sq.)
  • 1/4 c. evaporated milk
  • 2 c. or 12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 1/3 c. heavy whipping cream
  • 4 Tbsp. margarine or butter (not spread)

Method

  • Toast coarsely chopped pecans, then sprinkle over crust.
  • Put caramels and milk in small saucepan; cook over low heat, stirring frequently until caramels melt and mixture is smooth.
  • Pour over pecans.
  • Stir together chocolate chips, cream and butter in a heavy medium-size saucepan over low heat until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth.
  • Pour over caramel layer and refrigerate about 4 hours or until set.
  • Garnish with whipped cream, orange slices and fresh raspberries, if in season.
  • Keep refrigerated and serve cold. Serves 10.