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     Title: Chocolate-Covered Cherries
Categories: Fruits, Chocolate, Candies
     Yield: 36 Servings

 2 1/2 c  Confectioners' sugar
   1/4 c  Butter; softened
     1 tb Milk
   1/2 ts Almond extract
    16 oz Maraschino cherries with
          - stems (2 jars);
          - well drained
     2 c  Semisweet chocolate chips
     2 tb Shortening

 In a small bowl, combine sugar, butter, milk, and extract. Knead
 until smooth and pliable. Shape into 1" balls and flatten each into
 a 2" circle.

 Wrap 1 circle around each cherry and lightly roll in hands. Place
 with stems up on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely
 and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

 In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth.
 Holding on to the stems, dip cherries into chocolate; allow excess
 to drip off. Place on waxed paper until set. Store in a covered
 container. Refrigerate 1-2 weeks before serving.

 Recipe by Linda Hammerich, Bonanza, Oregon

 Recipe FROM: https://www.tasteofhome.com

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 Similar to the following recipe from Southern Living:

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