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Chocolate Orange Meltaways

1 package (11-1/2 ounces )
 milk chocolate chips
1 cup ( 6 ounces )
semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup whipping cream
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 1/2 teaspoons orange extract
1 1/2 cups finely 
chopped toasted pecans

COATING:
1 cup ( 6 ounces )
 milk chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

Place chocolate chips 
in a mixing bowl; 
set aside.
In a saucepan,
bring cream and orange peel 
to a gentle boil; 
immediately pour over chips.
Let stand for 1 minute; 
whisk until smooth.
Add the extract.
Cover and chill 
for 35 minutes 
or until mixture
begins to thicken.
Beat for 10-15 seconds 
or just until mixture 
lightens in color 
( do not overbeat ).
Spoon rounded teaspoonfuls 
onto waxed paper-lined
baking sheets.
Cover and chill for 5 minutes.
Gently shape into balls;
roll half in pecans.
In a microwave or double boiler,
melt chocolate and shortening 
until smooth.
Dip remaining balls in chocolate.
Place on waxed paper to harden.

Store in the refrigerator.

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