Candied Orange Peel and Pecan Bark

Submitted by jeniwan

"I'm always trying to come up with recipes for a family member who really loves all things orange & cream. This is a fun twist on the candy bark theme."

 

• Ready In: 3hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Yields: 1 1/2 pounds

ingredients

• 18 ounces white chocolate (chopped, or you can use chips)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
• 1 cup pecan pieces
• 1 cup candied orange peel, chopped finely (you can make your own with Candied Orange Peel)

directions

1. Line a cookie sheet with foil, shiny side facing up.
2. In a microwave safe container, combine the white chocolate and shortening.
3. Microwave at medium (50 percent power) for 1 minute then stir. Keep microwaving then stirring for short intervals until the chocolate is melted and turns shiny.
4. Add the pecans and chopped candied orange peel and stir until combined.
5. Pour the mixture onto the lined cookie sheet and spread into a thin layer. Chill, then break into pieces.